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Gyros

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This homemade gyros recipe captures the essence of a classic Greek street food favorite. Using a savory blend of ground beef or lamb, the meat is seasoned with aromatic oregano, cumin, fresh garlic, and parsley for deep, rich flavor. The mixture is formed into logs on skewers and grilled until juicy and slightly charred, then served nestled inside warm, soft pita bread. It&# 226;ÂÂs a hearty, satisfying meal perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, these gyros deliver authentic taste and texture without the complexity, making them a reliable choice for any weeknight or weekend feast.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8
Calories: 1056.0
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This homemade gyros recipe captures the essence of a classic Greek street food favorite. Using a savory blend of ground beef or lamb, the meat is seasoned with aromatic oregano, cumin, fresh garlic, and parsley for deep, rich flavor. The mixture is formed into logs on skewers and grilled until juicy and slightly charred, then served nestled inside warm, soft pita bread. It&# 226;ÂÂs a hearty, satisfying meal perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, these gyros deliver authentic taste and texture without the complexity, making them a reliable choice for any weeknight or weekend feast.
Ingredients
  • 2 pound Beef ;or lamb
  • 4 ea Green onion; finely chopped
  • 1 ea Cloves Garlic ; minced
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano,
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cumin,
  • 1/4 teaspoon Parsley
  • 1 teaspoon Salt,
  • 1/4 teaspoon Pepper ; freshly ground,
  • 8 ea Lg Pita
Directions
  1. 1
    In a large bowl, combine ground beef or lamb, chopped green onions, minced garlic, oregano, cumin, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  2. 2
    Mix thoroughly with your hands until the seasoning is evenly distributed and the mixture holds together.
  3. 3
    Divide the meat mixture into eight equal portions.
  4. 4
    Shape each portion into a log about 5 inches long and 2 inches in diameter.
  5. 5
    Thread each meat log onto a skewer, ensuring they are packed firmly but leaving a small space between logs if using multiple per skewer.
  6. 6
    Preheat a grill or broiler to high heat.
  7. 7
    Grill the skewers for 10 to 15 minutes, turning frequently, until cooked through and lightly charred on all sides.
  8. 8
    Warm the pita bread on the grill or in a toaster until soft and pliable.
  9. 9
    Remove meat from skewers and place onto the center of each pita.
  10. 10
    Fold the pita over the meat and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1056.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 36.4g56%
Saturated Fat 14.1g71%
Cholesterol 177.1mg60%
Sodium 5909.2mg247%
Total Carbohydrate 108.8g37%
Dietary Fiber 6.9g28%
Sugars 5.5g
Protein 73.9g148%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: gyros, greek, lamb, beef, pita, skewers, grilled, oregano, garlic, cumin, parsley, main course, mediterranean, street food, easy dinner, meat logs
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