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Lamb Gyros Recipe with Tzatziki Sauce

Elevate your kitchen game with our Lamb Gyro delight! Packed with aromatic spices and drizzled in authentic Greek Tzatziki sauce, this recipe brings the taste of Greece to your table effortlessly.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
1 hr 15 mins
Additional Time
50 mins
Total Time
2 hrs 20 mins
Servings: 7 servings
Calories: 362 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Greek

Ingredients

GROUND LAMB GYRO MEAT
  • 1 lb. ground lamb lower the fat content the better
  • ½ large red onion chopped
  • 2 Tbsp minced 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 and process until finely chopped.
  2. Remove the onion from the food processor and place it in a tea towel, squeezing to remove all the juices.
  3. Return the onion to the food processor with the remaining ingredients.
  4. Pulse for approximately 1 minute until you get a paste-like consistency. TIP: The gyro lamb mixture will form together in the food processor, similar to a ball of dough.
  5. Place the mixture in a glass baking dish. Flatten and smooth the meat into a nice meatloaf shape.
  6. 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).
  7. Once removed from the oven, drain the fat.
  8. Allow it to cool for 5-10 minutes, and place it on a wire rack (I also put a pan under the oven rack to catch any drippings). Place a heavy object on top to compress the gyro meat. I used a cast-iron skillet with 3 cans inside for additional weight.
  9. Remove the weight and let rest for 30 minutes.
  10. Slice the meat into desired-sized slices.
  11. Place meat slices on a baking sheet and broil for 3-5 minutes until crispy, so the texture is like it came off your rotisserie grill!
  12. Serve in pita bread with lettuce, sliced tomato, and thinly sliced onion. Don't forget to add our highly-rated Authentic Greek Tzatziki sauce. You can also garnish your gyro with crumbled feta cheese and diced cucumbers.

Notes

  • Storage Info:
  • You can store the cooked gyro meat in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. For longer storage, freeze the meat slices in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 2 months. To reheat, thaw overnight in the fridge if frozen, then warm the slices in a skillet over medium heat until heated through. Alternatively, you can reheat them in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes or until hot. Avoid microwaving as it can make the meat tough.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1serving Calories 362kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 37g (12%) Protein 17g (34%) Fat 16g (25%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 6g Cholesterol 47mg (16%) Sodium 1013mg (42%) Potassium 385mg (11%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 2030IU (41%) Vitamin C 11mg (12%) Calcium 93mg (9%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 7servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 362

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 362kcal 18%
Carbohydrates 37g 12%
Protein 17g 34%
Fat 16g 25%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 6g 30%
Cholesterol 47mg 16%
Sodium 1013mg 42%
Potassium 385mg 8%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 2030IU 41%
Vitamin C 11mg 12%
Calcium 93mg 9%
Iron 2mg 11%

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