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Lamb and Beef Gyros Recipe with Authentic Greek Tzatziki Sauce

This Lamb and Beef Gyro recipe with Authentic Greek Tzatziki Sauce is a delicious combination of flavors from red onion, garlic, marjoram, rosemary, oregano, salt and pepper that you can easily make at home.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
1 hr 15 mins
Additional Time
50 mins
Total Time
2 hrs 20 mins
Servings: 7 servings
Calories: 368 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Greek

Ingredients

Ground Lamb and Beef Gyro Meat
  • ½ pound ground lamb lower the fat content the better
  • ½ lb. ground beef lower the fat content the better
  • ½ large red onion chopped
  • 2 Tbsp minced cloves Garlic
  • 2 tsp marjoram
  • 2 tsp rosemary
  • 2 tsp oregano
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp black pepper
Sandwich
  • 7 pita breads
  • 7 lettuce leaves
  • 7 Tomato slices
  • 4 Onion slices

Instructions

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  1. Place the red onion in a food processor bowl and process until finely chopped.
  2. Remove the onion from the food processor and place it in a tea towel, squeezing it to remove all the juices.
  3. Return the onion to the food processor with the remaining ingredients and pulse for approximately 1 minute until you achieve a paste-like consistency. The gyro meat mixture will come together in the food processor, similar to a ball of dough.
  4. Place the mixture in a glass baking dish. Flatten and smooth the meat into a nice meatloaf shape.
  5. Place in a water bath and cook at 325°F (163°C) for 60-75 minutes, or until you reach an internal temperature of 165°F-170°F (74°C-77°C).
  6. Once removed from the oven, drain the fat.
  7. Allow to cool for 5-10 minutes, then place on a wire rack (I also put a pan under the rack to catch any drippings) and place a heavy object on top to compress the gyro meat. I used a cast-iron skillet with three cans inside for additional weight.
  8. Remove the weight and let rest for 30 minutes.
  9. Slice the meat into desired-sized slices.
  10. Place meat slices on a baking sheet and broil for 3-5 minutes until crispy.
  11. Serve in warm pita bread with lettuce, sliced onion, sliced tomato, and this Authentic Greek Tzatziki Sauce. Enjoy!

Notes

  • To store the Lamb and Beef Gyro, let it cool and then wrap it before refrigerating in an airtight container for up to 2-3 days. For longer storage, freeze it wrapped in plastic or a freezer bag for up to 2-3 months.
  • To reheat, thaw in the fridge if frozen, then warm in the oven at 350°F (175°C) or in a skillet until heated through. Avoid microwaving as it can make the meat tough.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1serving Calories 368kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 39g (13%) Protein 23g (46%) Fat 13g (20%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Polyunsaturated Fat 6g Cholesterol 60mg (20%) Sodium 1046mg (44%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 2g (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 7servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 368

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 368kcal 18%
Carbohydrates 39g 13%
Protein 23g 46%
Fat 13g 20%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6g 35%
Cholesterol 60mg 20%
Sodium 1046mg 44%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 2g 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.