Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs (900g) Ground Beef (80/20 blend is ideal)
  • 1 lb (450g) Ground Lamb (can substitute with more beef if preferred)
  • 1 large (approx. 100g) Yellow Onion, roughly chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh Garlic, minced (approx. 6 cloves)
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 2 teaspoons Dried Oregano
  • 2 teaspoons Dried Marjoram
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Rosemary, crushed
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) Bread Crumbs (plain or Panko)
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) Milk
  • Pita Bread
  • Tzatziki Sauce
  • Tomato slices
  • Red Onion slices
  • Lettuce (shredded)

Instructions:

  1. Sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic in olive oil until softened. Cool slightly.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef and lamb (if using). Add the cooled onion and garlic mixture.
  3. Mix in oregano, marjoram, rosemary, cumin, salt, pepper, breadcrumbs, and milk. Mix until just combined, avoid overmixing.
  4. Transfer the meat mixture to a food processor in batches. Process until it forms a smooth, paste-like consistency.
  5. Press the processed meat mixture firmly into a loaf pan. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or preferably overnight).
  6. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Cover the loaf pan with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  7. Remove the foil and continue baking for another 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  8. Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
  9. Thinly slice the gyro meat using a serrated knife or electric knife. Serve immediately in warm pita bread with your favorite toppings.