Gyro Meat
Gyro meat is a delicious and aromatic dish that transports you to sunny Greek islands with each savory bite. This easy-to-follow recipe combines tender ground lamb or beef with a blend of spices, making it perfect for gatherings or cozy dinners at home. Serve it wrapped in warm pita bread with fresh veggies and tzatziki sauce for an unforgettable meal that will impress friends and family alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground lamb or beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 soft pita breads
- 1 cup tzatziki sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground lamb or beef, chopped onion, and minced garlic. Mix until just combined.
- Add oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper; mix until evenly distributed.
- Shape the mixture into oval patties about half an inch thick and place them on the baking tray.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through for even cooking.
- Allow the gyro meat to rest briefly before slicing into thin strips. Serve in warm pita bread with fresh veggies and tzatziki sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg