Greek Gyros with Tzatziki Sauce
This recipe for Greek Gyros with Tzatziki Sauce brings the authentic taste of Greece to your table. Made with ground lamb and beef, onions, and a flavorful blend of herbs and spices, the meat is cooked to perfection and served with a creamy tzatziki sauce. The dish is completed with warm pita bread and toppings such as sliced tomatoes, red onion, and feta cheese. Whether you're looking for a delicious dinner or a party food to share with friends, this Greek Gyros recipe is sure to impress.
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Equipment
- 2 Mixing Bowl
- 1 Baking Sheet
- 1 Knife
- 1 Box Grater
- 1 Garlic Press
Ingredients
For the Gyros:
- 1 pound ground lamb
- 1 pound 80/20 ground beef
- 1 yellow onion finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- salt
- black pepper
For the Tzatziki Sauce:
- 1 large cucumber peeled and seeded
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 ½ cups Greek yogurt
- salt
- black pepper
To Assemble:
- pita bread
- tomatoes sliced
- red onions sliced
- feta cheese crumbled
Instructions
For the Gyros:
- In a large bowl, combine ground lamb, ground beef, onion, oregano, thyme, rosemary, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.1 pound ground lamb, 1 pound 80/20 ground beef, 1 yellow onion, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, 2 teaspoons garlic powder, salt, black pepper
- Divide the meat mixture into 6 portions and shape each into a log shape.
- Place the logs on a baking sheet and bake at 375°F for 30-40 minutes, until fully cooked.
- Once cooked, remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Using a sharp knife, slice the logs into thin strips.
For the Tzatziki Sauce:
- Grate the cucumber using a box grater and squeeze out any excess moisture.1 large cucumber
- In a medium bowl, combine grated cucumber, lemon juice, dill, garlic, Greek yogurt, salt, and pepper. Mix well.1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 tablespoon fresh dill, 2 cloves garlic, 1 ½ cups Greek yogurt, salt, black pepper
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
To Assemble:
- Warm up some pita bread in the oven or on a grill.pita bread
- Top each pita with the sliced Gyros meat and drizzle with tzatziki sauce.
- Add some sliced tomatoes, red onion, and feta cheese, if desired.tomatoes, red onions, feta cheese
- Roll up the pita and enjoy!
Notes
- To make the Gyros extra juicy, you can add some finely grated onion or breadcrumbs to the meat mixture.
- Leftover Gyros meat can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months.
- When you are ready to enjoy it again, simply reheat in a skillet or in the oven.
- Serve with fresh pita bread and your favorite toppings for a quick and easy meal.