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Homemade Gyro Delight

A delicious and healthy homemade gyro meat recipe, perfect for a Mediterranean-inspired meal. Enjoy it over a fresh salad or with cauliflower rice!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Cuisine Greek, Mediterranean
Servings 8 servings
Calories 310 kcal

Equipment

  • Rimmed Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Large Bowl
  • Instant-read thermometer
  • Sharp Knife
  • Pan (for searing, optional)

Ingredients
  

Gyro Meat

  • 1 pound ground lamb
  • 1 pound ground beef (or more lamb for a richer flavor)
  • 1/4 medium onion grated
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon dried marjoram
  • 1.5 teaspoons cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • oil a small amount for searing (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Get Ready: Start by preheating your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grab a rimmed baking sheet and line it with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  • Mix It Up: In a large bowl, combine your ground lamb and ground beef. Grate the onion directly into the bowl, then add the minced garlic, dried marjoram, cumin, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
  • Get Hands-On: Use your hands to thoroughly mix and squeeze the ingredients together. This step is key to getting that classic dense gyro texture!
  • Shape & Bake: Shape the mixture into a long, flat loaf, roughly 4 by 10 inches, and place it on your prepared baking sheet. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the center of the loaf reaches 160°F (71°C) with an instant-read thermometer.
  • Cool & Slice: Let the loaf cool completely. This is important for firm, easy-to-slice pieces! Once cooled, use a sharp knife to slice it into thin pieces, about 1/4 inch thick.
  • Quick Sear (Optional, but recommended!): If you like, heat a small amount of oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Quickly sear each gyro slice for about 1 minute per side until golden brown.
  • Serve Healthy: Enjoy your homemade gyro meat over a fresh salad or with cauliflower rice for a light, delicious, and healthy meal!

Notes

Enjoy your homemade gyro meat over a fresh salad or with cauliflower rice for a light, delicious, and healthy meal!
Nutrition per serving: Calories: 310 kcal, Total Carbs: 1.2g, Net Carbs: 1.2g, Fats: 19.8g, Protein: 24g.
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