Gyro Meat
Gyro meat is a delightful comfort food that combines savory, spiced meat with fresh veggies and creamy tzatziki sauce, offering a taste of Greece right in your kitchen. This easy homemade gyro recipe makes for a satisfying weeknight dinner or an impressive gathering centerpiece. With its rich flavors and versatility, you can enjoy it in pitas or over rice. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this mouthwatering dish!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking or Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground lamb (or ground beef)
- 1 medium onion, finely grated
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp paprika (smoked preferred)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 4 pita breads (or wraps)
- 1 cup tzatziki sauce (homemade or store-bought)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the ground lamb, grated onion, minced garlic, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf on a lined baking sheet and chill for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) or prepare your grill for medium-high heat.
- Cook the meat for about 30 minutes until browned and reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
- Allow the meat to rest for 10 minutes before slicing thinly.
- Warm pita bread slightly; fill with sliced gyro meat, fresh veggies, and drizzle tzatziki sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg