Quickly Sautéed Portobello Mushroom Gyros (Vegetarian)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
2 mins
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Cook Time
13 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
405 kcal
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Course
Dinner
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
Quickly Sautéed Portobello Mushroom Gyros (Vegetarian)
Description
Quickly Sautéed Portobello Mushroom Gyros use thickly sliced mushrooms cooked over medium-high heat to evaporate moisture before being coated with butter and a mixture of dried herbs including oregano, marjoram, thyme, and garlic and onion powders. The addition of Worcestershire sauce (optional) enhances the depth of flavor. The mushrooms become tender and richly flavored, providing a satisfying meat substitute.
The gyros are assembled by placing the mushroom filling inside warmed pita bread, topped with fresh slices of tomato, cucumber, and red onion, complemented by a generous spread of tzatziki sauce. Optionally, crumbled feta cheese and a sprinkle of oregano garnish add additional texture and taste contrast.
This vegetarian gyro offers a blend of soft mushroom filling, crisp fresh vegetables, creamy sauce, and the warm, soft pita for a complete handheld meal. The technique focuses on releasing mushroom moisture and layering flavors carefully without overcooking.
For vegan preparation, substitute butter with olive oil and use vegan tzatziki. The mushroom filling can be made ahead and reheated, with fresh toppings added just before serving.
Ingredients
Mushroom Filling
- 1½ - 2 pounds portobello mushrooms
- ¾ - 1 teaspoon salt or to taste, fine sea salt
- 4 Tablespoons butter unsalted
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon oregano dried
- ½ teaspoon marjoram dried
- ¼ teaspoon thyme dried
- Pinch red pepper flakes
- black pepper to taste, freshly ground
- 2-3 dashes Worcestershire sauce optional, vegan
Additional Ingredients
- 4 pita bread
- ½ cup tzatziki sauce to taste
- 1-2 tomato sliced
- ½ red onion thinly sliced or diced
- ½ cucumber thinly sliced
- feta cheese optional, crumbled
- oregano optional, for garnish, dried
Instructions
- Mushrooms: wipe mushrooms with a damp cloth or paper towel to clean. Then thinly slice them, approximately ¼ to ½ inch thick. Add them to a DRY large skillet over medium-high heat. You'll notice their water begin to simmer out; add a pinch of salt and stir them occasionally until most of the water has evaporated out, about 8-12 minutes.
- Reduce to medium heat and add the butter and spices, stirring until completely coated. Add black pepper, salt to taste, and a dash of Worcestershire sauce if using. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until fragrant and mushrooms are dark and tender.
- While the mushrooms are sauteing, prepare the tzatziki sauce and slice the veggies for topping as needed. Heat the pita bread in the microwave for 10-15 seconds as desired.
- Once the mushrooms are ready, assemble the gyro by placing a layer of mushrooms in the middle of a flat pita pocket. Top with sliced tomato, onion, and cucumber. Spread on tzatziki sauce and garnish with additional feta and dried oregano, as desired. Enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Vegan option: replace butter with olive oil and use store-bought vegan tzatziki sauce.
- If marjoram is unavailable, increase dried oregano slightly and add extra dried thyme as a substitute.
- Prepare mushroom filling ahead and store in an airtight container; reheat before assembling gyros.
- Keep fresh vegetable toppings separate until ready to assemble to maintain their crispness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 405 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 405kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 53g | 18% |
| Protein | 15g | 30% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 35mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 1506mg | 63% |
| Potassium | 1673mg | 36% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 13g | 26% |
| Vitamin A | 739IU | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 123mg | 12% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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