Definitions
- Referring to a Middle Eastern dish consisting of meat (usually lamb or chicken) and vegetables grilled on a skewer. - Talking about a dish that is popular in many countries, including Turkey, Iran, India, and Pakistan. - Describing a meal that is often served with rice, salad, or pita bread.
- Referring to a Greek dish made of meat (usually lamb, chicken, or pork) cooked on a vertical rotisserie. - Talking about a sandwich made with gyro meat, tomatoes, onions, and tzatziki sauce. - Describing a popular street food in Greece and other Mediterranean countries.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are dishes made with meat.
- 2Both are popular in Mediterranean cuisine.
- 3Both can be served as a sandwich or a platter.
- 4Both can be accompanied by vegetables, sauces, and bread.
- 5Both are often grilled or cooked on a rotisserie.
What is the difference?
- 1Meat: Kebab is usually made with lamb or chicken, while gyro can be made with lamb, chicken, or pork.
- 2Cooking method: Kebab is grilled on a skewer, while gyro is cooked on a vertical rotisserie.
- 3Serving style: Kebab is often served with rice, salad, or pita bread, while gyro is usually served as a sandwich with tomatoes, onions, and tzatziki sauce.
Remember this!
Kebab and gyro are both popular dishes in Mediterranean cuisine. However, the difference between kebab and gyro is their origin, meat, cooking method, serving style, and pronunciation. Kebab is a Middle Eastern dish made with lamb or chicken grilled on a skewer and often served with rice, salad, or pita bread. On the other hand, gyro is a Greek dish made with lamb, chicken, or pork cooked on a vertical rotisserie and usually served as a sandwich with tomatoes, onions, and tzatziki sauce.
