Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering flavors of homemade Greek Gyros, a delightful dish that brings the essence of Greek street food right to your kitchen. This easy-to-follow recipe features a tantalizing blend of ground beef and lamb seasoned with aromatic spices, all wrapped in warm pita bread with fresh toppings. Perfect for family dinners, casual gatherings, or meal prep, these gyros are customizable to suit every palate. Enjoy a hearty and satisfying meal that’s not only delicious but also simple to prepare—no fancy equipment required!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 lb ground lamb (or all beef)
- 1 large onion
- 6 garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 2 tsp dried marjoram
- 2 tsp cumin
- 3 tsp salt
- 2 tsp black pepper
- Oil (for cooking)
- Pitas
- Lettuce (sliced)
- Tzatziki
- Tomatoes (sliced)
- Red onions (sliced)
- Feta cheese (crumbled)
- French Fries (optional)
Instructions
- Puree onion and garlic in a food processor until smooth.
- In a stand mixer or bowl, combine meats and pureed mixture with spices; mix until paste-like.
- Marinate the meat mixture in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours (optional).
- Preheat oven to 325°F.
- Shape the meat into a log and place on foil-covered baking tray; wrap tightly in foil with skewer inserted.
- Bake for about 1.5 hours until internal temperature reaches 160°F; let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Pan-fry sliced meat for added crispiness if desired.
- Assemble gyros in pita with tzatziki sauce and your choice of toppings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg