Gyro Platter Recipe
Specially seasoned and broiled lean gyros meat.
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Ingredients
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Meat
Seasonings
For Serving
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Meat Mixture
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb and ground beef.
- 2
Add Seasonings
To the meat mixture, add garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, ground cumin, salt, black pepper, paprika, and olive oil. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
Cooking
- 3
Shape the Meat
Form the seasoned meat mixture into elongated patties or logs, about ½ inch thick.
- 4
Broil the Meat
Preheat your broiler. Place the shaped meat on a broiler pan and broil for 6-8 minutes on each side or until cooked through and slightly charred.
- 5
Check for Doneness
Ensure that the internal temperature of the meat reaches 160°F (71°C).
Assembly
- 6
Prepare the Pita
Warm the pita bread in the oven or on a skillet until soft.
- 7
Serve the Gyro Platter
Place the broiled meat onto the warm pita bread. Top with tzatziki sauce, sliced tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, sliced red onion, and crumbled feta cheese.