Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsSamos RestaurantSliced Gyro Recipe

Sliced Gyro Recipe

Inspired by Samos Restaurant
Time1h 20m
Serves4

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. 1

    Mix the Meat

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb and ground beef. Mix well.

  2. 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. 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. 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

  1. 5

    Combine Ingredients

    In a bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, chopped dill, and lemon juice.

  2. 6

    Season

    Add salt to taste, and stir until well combined. Refrigerate until ready to use.

Assemble the Gyros

  1. 7

    Prepare Pita

    Warm the pita bread in a skillet or microwave until soft.

  2. 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.

  3. 9

    Finish with Sauce

    Drizzle tzatziki sauce over the top of the fillings.

  4. 10

    Serve

    Fold the pita in half and serve immediately, with extra tzatziki on the side if desired.

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