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Easy Greek Gyros Recipe: Delicious Homemade Beef Gyros

Easy Homemade Beef Gyros

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Ground beef 80/20 blend works best for moisture
  • 4 whole Pita bread Warm before assembling
  • 1 cup Lettuce Shredded
  • 2 whole Tomatoes Sliced
  • 1/2 whole Red onion Thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup Feta cheese Crumbled
  • 1/2 cup Tzatziki sauce Store-bought or homemade
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tsp Dried oregano
  • 1 tsp Ground cumin
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, minced garlic, dried oregano, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until the meat becomes slightly tacky.
  • Press the meat mixture firmly into an 8x4-inch loaf pan, ensuring there are no air pockets.
  • Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
  • Remove the meatloaf from the oven, carefully drain any excess fat, and let it rest on a cutting board for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Slice the rested beef loaf as thinly as possible.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef slices and pan-fry for 1 to 2 minutes per side until the edges are crispy and browned.
  • Warm the pita breads in the microwave for 10 seconds or in a dry skillet over medium heat.
  • Assemble the gyros by spreading a generous spoonful of tzatziki sauce on the center of each pita.
  • Layer the crispy beef slices, shredded lettuce, sliced tomatoes, red onion, and crumbled feta cheese on top of the sauce.
  • Fold the sides of the pita bread inward to wrap the filling, and serve immediately.