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Homemade Gyro Meat from Ground Lamb and Beef Recipe

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This Gyro Meat Recipe blends ground lamb and beef with traditional Mediterranean spices to create a flavorful, tender meatloaf that's baked to perfection. Once cooled and sliced thin, it delivers authentic gyro taste at home, perfect for sandwiches or platters with classic accompaniments.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 10-15 minutes
  • Yield: 6-8 servings

Ingredients

Meat and Aromatics

  • ½ yellow onion, grated
  • 1 pound ground lamb
  • 1 pound 80/20 ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic

Spices and Seasonings

  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground thyme
  • ½ tablespoon ground marjoram
  • 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt

Oils

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and place a rack in the center position to ensure even baking of the gyro meat loaf.
  2. Prepare Onion: Place the grated onion in the center of a clean kitchen towel and wring it out thoroughly to remove excess moisture, preventing sogginess in the meat mixture.
  3. Mix Ingredients: Transfer the grated onion to a large bowl. Add the ground lamb, ground beef, minced garlic, dried oregano, ground cumin, garlic powder, ground thyme, ground marjoram, freshly cracked black pepper, kosher salt, and extra-virgin olive oil. Mix thoroughly with wet hands until evenly combined.
  4. Pulse Meat Mixture: Transfer the combined meat mixture into the base of a food processor. Pulse for about 2 minutes until the mixture forms a smooth paste, which helps create the classic gyro texture.
  5. Shape and Bake: Firmly press the processed meat mixture into a 9x5-inch loaf pan to create an even loaf. Place in the preheated oven and bake until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), approximately 50-60 minutes, ensuring the meat is safely cooked through.
  6. Cool and Slice: Remove the gyro meat from the oven and allow it to cool for 20-30 minutes. Once cooled, slice the meat very thinly for authentic gyro-style servings.

Notes

  • For extra crispy gyro meat, reserve the pan juices and heat a little in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the meat slices until they develop a crispy exterior before serving.
  • The mixture can be formed and baked ahead of time, making it perfect for meal prep or entertaining.
  • Be sure to wring out the grated onion well to avoid excess moisture that can affect the texture.
  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean, Greek
  • Diet: Halal

Find it online: https://recipesvibe.com/homemade-gyro-meat-from-ground-lamb-and-beef-recipe/