Sliced Gyro Recipe
Make Sliced Gyro Recipe in just 1h 20m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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For the Gyro Meat
For the Tzatziki Sauce
For Assembly
Method
Prepare the Gyro Meat
- 1
Mix the Meat
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb and ground beef. Mix well.
- 2
Add Seasonings
Add the minced garlic, chopped onion, dried oregano, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to the meat mixture. Drizzle with olive oil and mix until evenly incorporated.
- 3
Shape the Meat
Shape the meat mixture into a loaf form and place it in a loaf pan or on a baking sheet. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 45-50 minutes, or until fully cooked.
- 4
Cool and Slice
Once cooked, let the meat cool for about 10 minutes. Then, slice it thinly using a sharp knife.
Make the Tzatziki Sauce
- 5
- 6
Season
Add salt to taste, and stir until well combined. Refrigerate until ready to use.
Assemble the Gyros
- 7
Prepare Pita
Warm the pita bread in a skillet or microwave until soft.
- 8
Add Fillings
Place a few slices of the gyro meat in the center of each pita. Top with shredded lettuce, sliced tomato, and sliced red onion.
- 9
Finish with Sauce
Drizzle tzatziki sauce over the top of the fillings.
- 10
Serve
Fold the pita in half and serve immediately, with extra tzatziki on the side if desired.