Follow these steps for perfect results
ground beef chuck
80% lean
boneless lamb chops
cubed
onion
minced
garlic
minced
ground marjoram
ground rosemary
sea salt
ground black pepper
Grind the ground chuck and lamb cubes through the coarse plate of a meat grinder twice to mix thoroughly.
In a food processor, combine onion, garlic, marjoram, rosemary, salt, and pepper and pulse until finely ground.
Mix the ground meat and onion mixture together in a bowl.
Regrind the mixture through a fine plate.
Pack the mixture into a 3x7 inch loaf pan.
Wrap tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
Preheat an oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
Remove and discard the plastic wrap from the loaf pan.
Bake the gyro meat in the preheated oven until the internal temperature reaches 140 degrees F (60 degrees C), about 1 hour.
Drain away all of the liquid that has accumulated in the pan.
Remove the loaf from the pan.
Place the meat on a rack set above a baking dish to catch the drips.
Continue baking until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F (75 degrees C), 15 to 30 minutes more.
Remove from the oven and allow to stand 15 minutes before slicing.
Expert advice for the best results
For a stronger flavor, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
Serve with tzatziki sauce, tomatoes, onions, and pita bread.
Let the meat cool completely before slicing for cleaner cuts.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be made 1-2 days in advance
Slice the gyro meat and arrange it on a platter with accompaniments like pita bread, tzatziki sauce, tomatoes, and onions.
Serve in warm pita bread with tzatziki sauce, sliced tomatoes, and onions.
Serve as part of a mezze platter.
A crisp white wine that complements the savory flavors.
A refreshing beer to cut through the richness of the meat.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Gyro is a popular Greek street food.
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