Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsVinnie's Italian Beef & GyrosTraditional Gyro Recipe

Traditional Gyro Recipe

Time2h
Serves4

Gyro meat, onions, tomatoes and tzatziki served on a fresh pita

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Ingredients

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Gyro Meat

Additional Toppings

Method

Prepare Gyro Meat

  1. 1

    Mix Meat Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine ground lamb, ground beef, minced garlic, chopped onion, dried oregano, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.

  2. 2

    Shape and Chill

    Shape the meat mixture into a loaf or oval shape and place it in a baking dish. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to firm up.

  3. 3

    Cook the Meat

    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the meat loaf in the preheated oven for about 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C). Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

  4. 4

    Slice the Meat

    Once rested, use a sharp knife to slice the meat thinly.

Prepare Tzatziki Sauce

  1. 5

    Combine Ingredients

    In a bowl, mix together Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon juice, and salt until smooth and well combined.

  2. 6

    Chill

    Cover the tzatziki sauce and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Assemble Gyros

  1. 7

    Warm Pita Bread

    Warm the pita bread in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 1-2 minutes on each side or until pliable.

  2. 8

    Fill and Serve

    On each pita, layer sliced gyro meat, sliced tomatoes, and sliced onions. Top with a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce. Fold the pita over and serve warm.

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