Description
Experience the irresistible flavors of homemadegyro meat with this simple yet delicious recipe. Juicy ground lamb and beef blend perfectly with fresh herbs and spices, making it a delightful centerpiece for gatherings or family dinners. Wrapped in warm pita bread and topped with creamy tzatziki sauce, this dish will transport your taste buds straight to the Mediterranean.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground lamb
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely grated
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 pita breads
- 1 cup tzatziki sauce
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground lamb and beef with grated onion and minced garlic until well mixed.
- Add oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper; mix thoroughly.
- Shape the mixture into a rectangular loaf about 1 inch thick on a lined baking tray.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30-35 minutes until browned on the edges and cooked through.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Warm pita bread slightly, then fill with gyro meat, fresh veggies, and tzatziki sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg