Traditional Gyro Meat Recipe: Juicy and Flavorful Homemade Delight
Experience the authentic taste of homemade gyro meat, juicy and packed with flavor. This traditional recipe will take your taste buds on a delightful journey.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Carnivore
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds ground lamb
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients and mix thoroughly.
- Form the mixture into a loaf shape and place it on a baking tray.
- Bake for about 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Serve in pita with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- For extra flavor, let the meat mixture rest for at least an hour before cooking.
- Experiment with different herbs and spices for a unique twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg