1. In a large frypan add a drizzle of olive oil, 200g/7oz of sliced oyster mushrooms and 200g/7oz of crumbled tofu. Fry until golden brown.

2. Meanwhile, in a small bowl combine 4 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp garlic powder, 1 tbsp smoked paprika, 3 tbsp vegan butter and 2 tbsp liquid smoke (optional). Mix through the mushrooms and tofu with a pinch of sea salt. Add ¼ cup of water and simmer for 10 more minutes. Set aside.

3.Prepare your homemade tzatziki by mixing together 1 cup coconut yoghurt, ¼ cup chopped fresh dill, ⅓ cucumber, finely chopped, the juice of 1 lemon, 2 tsp garlic powder and a pinch of salt and pepper.

4. Toast your pita breads until they are golden brown on each side. Prepare each gyros by adding 2 tbsp of tzatziki, a handful of shredded lettuce, 3 rings of red onion, 2-3 slices of tomato, 2 tbsp dried oregano and 2 tbsp of the mushroom and tofu mixture.

5. Fold from the bottom (so it resembles a cone shape) and wrap paper around the bottom to hold in place. Serve with crunchy chips and enjoy!

Tips

Crumble the tofu straight into your frypan using your hands, or place the block of tofu on a plate and crumble using a fork. Continue until it resembles a mince consistency.

Save time by buying a pre-made tzatziki.

Ve – Vegan
DF – Dairy Free
GF – Gluten free option, use a GF pita bread
NF – Nut Free

Nutritional Information (per 1 gyros)
Calories: 400kcal/ 1700kJ
Protein: 17g
Carbohydrates: 41g
Fat: 17g

Anti-Inflammatory & Protein Punch

Mushrooms (technically a fungi and not a vegetable!) are a great addition to your diet as they are abundant with anti-inflammatory properties. The antioxidants within mushrooms help keep your immune cells functioning and help the fighter cells that defeat foreign substances (like germs) within you. When these substances aren’t destroyed they can build up inflammation and cause serious illness. By combining the oyster mushrooms from this recipe with firm tofu to create your gyros base you are adding a great punch of protein as well. Tofu has the building blocks that help repair the tissues in our muscles after an intense training session, making this a great lunch or dinner option to repair and rejuvenate your insides!