Calling all gyro enthusiasts! Embark on a culinary journey to savor the tantalizing flavors of authentic beef gyros, a delectable dish that tantalizes taste buds with its unique blend of spices, tender beef, and refreshing tzatziki sauce. This comprehensive guide unveils two irresistible recipes: the Traditional Beef Gyros and the Air Fryer Beef Gyros, each offering a distinct yet equally satisfying experience. Prepare to indulge in a symphony of flavors as you explore the secrets behind creating these mouthwatering gyros at home. Discover the art of marinating beef to perfection, achieving a harmonious balance of herbs and spices that infuses every bite with savory goodness. Learn the techniques for cooking the beef to achieve a tender and juicy texture, ensuring each gyro is a culinary masterpiece. Delve into the secrets of crafting the perfect tzatziki sauce, a creamy and tangy accompaniment that elevates the gyro experience to new heights. Embrace the versatility of gyros by exploring serving suggestions that cater to every palate, from classic pita bread wraps to creative salads and bowls.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
GROUND BEEF GYROS
If your family likes gyros as much as mine, they'll love this easy version that's made with ground beef instead of lamb. I found the recipe in a newspaper and adapted it to fit our tastes. They're very much like the ones served at a local restaurant. A cucumber yogurt sauce adds an authentic finishing touch. -Ruth Stahl, Shepherd, Montana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients. Chill. In a large bowl, combine seasonings; crumble beef over mixture and mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 4 patties. , Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 6-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160°. Cut patties into thin slices; stuff into pita halves. Add lettuce, tomato and onion. Serve with the yogurt sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 357 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 257mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 26g protein.
BEEF GYROS
Going out to restaurants got to be expensive for our family, so I came up with this homemade beef gyro. Usually, I set out the fixings so everyone can assemble their own. My husband and our two busy teens request them often. -Sheri Scheerhorn, Hills, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine salad dressing and cucumber; set aside. In a large skillet, cook beef in oil over medium heat until no longer pink. , Layer half of each pita with steak, tomato, olives, onion, cheese, lettuce and dressing mixture. Fold each pita over filling; secure with toothpicks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 654 calories, Fat 41g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 1086mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 30g protein.
GROUND BEEF GYROS
This is a great summer meal and quick and easy to put together and tastes wonderful. Refreshing served with the cucumber sauce and is even low in fat. I think this came from Quick Cooking. It's a favorite in our house.
Provided by Cyrene
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 22m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine first 5 ingredients.
- Cover and refrigerate. (If possible overnight).
- In separate bowl, combine ground beef and seasonings.
- Mix well.
- Shape into 4 patties.
- Grill, covered, (you can also use a toaster oven or broil these) over medium to high heat for 10 to 12 minutes or until meat is no longer pink, turning once.
- Cut patties into thin slices.
- Stuff into pitas.
- Add lettuce,cucumber, tomato, and onion.
- Serve with yogurt sauce.
MARINATED BEEF GYROS
"I came across this Greek-style recipe many years ago. When I changed a couple of ingredients, I knew I had a tasty and good-for-you meal," writes Didi Trowbridge of Wilkesport, Ontario.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first six ingredients; add beef. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for up to 24 hours., In a small bowl, combine salad dressing and sugar; refrigerate until serving. Drain and discard marinade. , In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute beef for 3-4 minutes or until no longer pink. Serve on pitas with lettuce, tomato, cucumber and onion; drizzle with dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 396 calories, Fat 14g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 1046mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 24g protein.
EASY GROUND BEEF GYROS
From the Texas Beef Council posted for the Greek portion of the Zaar World Tour. Feel free to up the seasonings on the beef if you like it really flavorful. As Saraghina states, leftover roast would be great here too!
Provided by Mamas Kitchen Hope
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 16 appetizers, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In small bowl, combine Yogurt Sauce ingredients, mixing well. Cover and refrigerate.
- Heat oven to 350ºF.
- In medium bowl, combine ground beef and seasoning ingredients, mixing lightly but thoroughly.
- Divide beef mixture into 16 equal portions and shape into patties 2 inches in diameter.
- Place patties on rack in broiler pan.
- Bake in oven 10 minutes or until no longer pink OR GRILL over medium heat.
- To serve, place equal amounts of beef and tomato in each pita half; top with yogurt sauce.
GRILLED BEEF GYROS
A spicy marinade adds zip to these grilled beef slices tucked inside pita bread. Friends from Greece gave us their recipe for the cucumber sauce, which provides a cool contrast to the hot beef. I never have to worry about leftovers when I serve these sandwiches. -Lee Rademaker Hayfork, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 40m
Yield 8-10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- In a blender, combine the onion, garlic, sugar, mustard, ginger, pepper and cayenne; cover and process until onion is finely chopped. Add soy sauce and water; process until blended. , Place the beef in a shallow dish. Add marinade and turn to coat; cover and refrigerate for 1-2 hours., For sauce, in a blender; combine the cucumber, garlic and salt; cover and process until cucumber is chopped. Add vinegar and oil; process until blended. Transfer to a large bowl; stir in sour cream. Refrigerate until serving., Drain and discard marinade. Grill beef, covered, over medium-hot heat until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°). Place beef in pita halves. Top with cucumber sauce, sliced onion and chopped tomato. Refrigerate any remaining sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 419 calories, Fat 20g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 805mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein.
EASY LAMB AND BEEF KABOBS OR GYROS
I wanted gyro meat that tasted like the kind in the Greek restaurants. I wound up combining ingredients from 3 different recipes and was amazed at the awesome result! It smelled so good even before it hit the grill.The "easy" part is that you can just throw this on the grill, broil, bake or pan fry it. It's also easy because I buy the Tzatziki sauce, Quinoa tabouli, spanikopita appetizers and hummus at Costco and I have a ready-made meal for my family or a larger crowd. I also serve with split Pita breads and we make our own gyros with sliced garden tomato and sweet onion.
Provided by Gina Farina
Categories Meat
Time 55m
Yield 12 kebobs, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Soak skewers in water for 30 minutes while you prepare the meat mixture.
- In a large bowl, combine all the other ingredients. Mix well with hands (use rubber gloves).
- Dry off the skewers so they aren't dripping wet, then form an oblong "sausage" around the skewer, securing firmly.
- Cover and refrigerate skewered meat for 30 minutes.
- If possible, use a veggie or fish grill (that has a smaller grate); brush or spray grill grate with oil.
- Set grill to medium-off-medium and grill each side for 5 minutes, turning only once, or until the outside of the meat is charred and the inside is medium.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 385.2, Fat 29.2, SaturatedFat 12.2, Cholesterol 106.7, Sodium 679.5, Carbohydrate 1.9, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 0.2, Protein 27
GROUND BEEF GYROS RECIPE - (4.5/5)
Provided by jsides
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine first 5 ingredients. Cover and refrigerate. In separate bowl, combine ground beef and seasonings. Mix well. Shape into 4 patties. Grill, covered, (you can also use a toaster oven or broil these) over medium to high heat for 10 to 12 minutes or until meat is no longer pink, turning once. Cut patties into thin slices. Stuff into pitas. Add lettuce, tomato, and onion. Serve with yogurt sauce.
BEEF & SPINACH GYROS
A gyro typically is made of meat, often lamb, roasted on a spit and served sandwich-style in folded pita bread. It's topped with tomato, onion and a Greek-style yogurt. Tradition takes a slight twist with the use of ground beef, spinach and ripe olives. Opa! -Mary Johnson, Coloma, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink. Add the spinach, onions, olives and 1 teaspoon lemon pepper; heat through. Stir in tomato; set aside., In a small bowl, combine the yogurt, mayonnaise and remaining lemon pepper. Line pita halves with lettuce; fill with beef mixture and feta cheese. Serve with yogurt sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 453 calories, Fat 18g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 1027mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 28g protein.
EASY GROUND BEEF GYROS RECIPE - (4.1/5)
Provided by longhornfans
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 1. In small bowl, combine Yogurt Sauce ingredients, mixing well. Cover and refrigerate. 2. Heat oven to 350ºF. 3- In medium bowl, combine ground beef and seasoning ingredients, mixing (kneading) by hand thoroughly. 4. Place meat in a 9 x 12 inch pan spreading evenly over the bottom. 5. Bake in oven 10 minutes or until no longer pink OR GRILL over medium heat. 6. Slice into thin strips. 7. To serve, place equal amounts of beef and tomato in each pita half; top with yogurt sauce.
EASY HOMEMADE BEEF GYROS
When you have a craving for gyros, but don't have a good place to order from, you can simply just make your own right at home! I make two different versions and this is the easy one that's fantastic!! Simple to throw together, easy to bake and you can even cook them on the grill if preferred! Give them a try, you won't be...
Provided by Kelly Williams
Categories Beef
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- 1. In medium-sized bowl, mix tzatziki sauce ingredients, cover and chill. In large bowl, mix with hands well, the beef (or beef and sausage) mixture til well combined. Shape into 32 patties, 2" in diameter. Place onto parchment paper lined cookie sheet(s). Bake in 350 degree oven for 10 minutes or til no longer pink in center. *Or you can grill these on the grill if preferred! Also very good! Grill or warm pita breads and top with patties. Top with tzatziki sauce and toppings of choice!
Tips:
- Use high-quality beef: Opt for lean cuts of beef, such as flank steak, skirt steak, or tenderloin, to ensure tender and flavorful gyros.
- Marinate the beef: Marinating the beef in a flavorful mixture of herbs, spices, and olive oil helps tenderize the meat and infuse it with delicious flavors.
- Cook the beef properly: Cook the beef over high heat to achieve a slightly charred exterior and a tender, juicy interior. Avoid overcooking the beef, as this can result in tough and dry meat.
- Use fresh ingredients: Fresh vegetables, herbs, and sauces enhance the overall flavor and texture of the gyros. Use ripe tomatoes, crisp lettuce, and flavorful tzatziki sauce for the best results.
- Assemble the gyros carefully: To ensure that the gyros hold together well, place the meat, vegetables, and sauces in the pita bread in layers. Start with a layer of meat, followed by vegetables, and top with the sauces.
Conclusion:
Beef gyros are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course, appetizer, or snack. With the right ingredients and techniques, you can easily make authentic and flavorful beef gyros at home. Experiment with different marinades, toppings, and sauces to create your own unique gyro recipe. Whether you serve them with traditional Greek sides or your favorite accompaniments, beef gyros are sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So fire up the grill or heat up a pan and get ready to enjoy the mouthwatering goodness of homemade beef gyros!
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