Authentic Gyro Meat

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Authentic Gyro Meat.

1. Step 1

   Begin by assembling all your ingredients in one place for a seamless cooking experience.

2. Step 2

   In a food processor, finely chop the onion by pulsing it about five times for one second each.

3. Step 3

   Once chopped, transfer the onion to the center of a clean towel, gather the edges, and squeeze out any excess moisture.

4. Step 4

   In a spacious bowl, mix the drained onions with ground lamb, ground beef, minced garlic, oregano, cumin, marjoram, rosemary, thyme, black pepper, and salt.

5. Step 5

   Use your hands to blend everything thoroughly, ensuring a harmonious flavor profile.

6. Step 6

   Cover the bowl and let it chill in the refrigerator for one to two hours, allowing the ingredients to meld beautifully.

7. Step 7

   Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and lightly spray a 9x5-inch loaf pan with cooking spray.

8. Step 8

   If needed, work in batches to transfer the meat mixture back to the food processor, pulsing until it reaches a finely chopped, tacky consistency, which should take about a minute.

9. Step 9

   Firmly pack the meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan, making sure to eliminate any air pockets.

10. Step 10

    Line a medium roasting pan with a damp kitchen towel and place the loaf pan in the center.

11. Step 11

    Carefully pour boiling water into the roasting pan until it reaches halfway up the sides of the loaf pan.

12. Step 12

    Bake in the preheated oven until the meat is cooked through and no longer pink in the center, which will take approximately one hour to one hour and twenty-five minutes.

13. Step 13

    An instant-read thermometer should register at least 160°F (70°C) when inserted into the center.

14. Step 14

    Once done, drain any excess fat and allow the meat to cool slightly before slicing it thinly.

15. Step 15

    Serve your homemade gyros with pride and enjoy the delicious flavors you’ve created!.