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Vegan Gyros (Shredded Mushrooms) Recipe

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This vegan-friendly gyro recipe features shredded oyster mushrooms marinated in a flavorful blend of herbs and spices, then baked to crispy perfection. Served with vegan tzatziki, fresh cherry tomatoes, and purple onion in warm pita bread, this plant-based twist on the classic Greek gyro is delicious, nutritious, and ideal for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Vegan Gyro Meat

  • 18 oz oyster mushrooms (pearl oyster, not king oyster)
  • 1 ½ tsp soy sauce
  • 5 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 tsp oregano
  • ½ tsp ground cumin seeds
  • ½ tsp sweet smoked paprika powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ⅛ tsp black pepper

Other

  • 4 servings vegan tzatziki sauce
  • 8 pita bread
  • 16 cherry tomatoes
  • ½ purple onion

Instructions

  1. Prepare Mushrooms: Remove the ends of the oyster mushroom stems. Tear the caps and stems by hand into thin shreds, mimicking the texture of shredded meat.
  2. Make Marinade: In a bowl, combine olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, oregano, ground cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to create a uniform marinade.
  3. Marinate Mushrooms: Toss the shredded oyster mushrooms in the marinade until evenly coated, ensuring full flavor absorption.
  4. Arrange and Bake: Line a sheet pan with parchment paper. Spread the marinated mushrooms in a single layer to ensure even cooking. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and bake the mushrooms for about 40 minutes, checking halfway (around 20 minutes) to monitor crispiness. Thin strips may cook faster, so adjust timing accordingly.
  5. Assemble Gyros: Warm the pita bread, then stuff each with baked vegan gyro meat, vegan tzatziki sauce, sliced cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced purple onion for a delicious gyros wrap.

Notes

  • Use pearl oyster mushrooms for best texture; king oyster mushrooms will not shred the same way.
  • Adjust baking time based on thickness of mushroom shreds to prevent burning.
  • Vegan tzatziki can be store-bought or homemade using plant-based yogurt and fresh herbs.
  • For extra flavor, briefly toast the pita bread before assembling.
  • Store any leftover gyro meat in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Find it online: https://deliciousyum.com/vegan-gyros-shredded-mushrooms-recipe/