Not quite ready to let go of Christmas sandwiches just yet, but want something a little healthier that doesn’t skimp on holiday cheer?
TikToker Christina, known to her followers as the Very Hungry Greek, has concocted a mouth-watering festive gyros stuffed with all the seasonal favourites – including its very own pig in blanket, succulent turkey, lashings of gravy, and a dollop of cranberry sauce.
Utilising an air fryer, Christina ensures this dish is not only scrumptious but also quick and simple to prepare.
Her recipe promises to deliver a feast in under 15 minutes.
In a recent TikTok video, Christina wrote: “Let’s kick-start this series with a serious banger. Pigs in blankets, turkey coated in rich chicken gravy, cranberry sauce AND skin on fries.”
For those mindful of their health, she didn’t forget to include the nutritional breakdown.
This gyros packs a punch with 50 grams of protein, 13 grams of fibre, and 53 grams of carbs, all wrapped up in a neat 545-calorie package, reports MirrorOnline.
The video has since gone viral, amassing over 279,900 views at the time of writing. Fans of festive fare have been left in awe of her culinary creation.
Chef Bobby chimed in with praise, saying: “It’s only missing stuffing, but I’d 100% destroy this! Perfect for Christmas leftovers.”
Hannah wrote: “That looks incredible,” and another eager viewer commented, “Want to make this immediately!”
Katie suggested an addition: “And some Brie too!”
If you’re keen to keep the Christmas spirit alive with some creative festive food, here’s what you’ll need.
Festive Gyros
Ingredients
- One reduced-fat pork sausage
- 30g skin on fries
- One streaky bacon rasher
- 100g cooked turkey or chicken
- 50g chicken gravy, plus extra for drizzling
- One tbsp cranberry sauce
- One flatbread
Method
Wrap the streaky bacon around sausage and cook in the air fryer on 190C for 13 minutes or until cooked.
Seven minutes before the end add the skin on fries. Shred the turkey slices then pour over the gravy.
Lightly toast the flatbread, assemble the gyros and enjoy with an extra drizzle of gravy!
