Greek Gyro with Homemade Gyro Meat Recipe

Prepare tzatziki sauce first so it can marinate in the refrigerator while you work on other components.

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil and spray with nonstick spray.

Finely chop the medium onion and garlic using a food processor or knife.

In a large bowl, add ground beef, ground lamb, bacon grease or butter, eggs, milk, lemon juice, Panko bread crumbs, chopped onion, minced garlic, kosher salt, black pepper, oregano, rosemary, thyme, cumin, and marjoram (if using).

Using clean hands or disposable gloves, mix all the ingredients evenly. This ensures the meat is tender without being overworked.

Form the meat mixture into about 10 oval-shaped patties. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they don’t touch.

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the center reads 160°F (71°C). Remove from oven and keep warm.

While the meat cooks, thinly slice the red onion, tomatoes, and cucumbers. Warm the pita bread in the microwave or oven. Chop fresh dill if desired.

Spread a generous layer of tzatziki sauce on a warm pita. Slice a gyro patty in half lengthwise and place on top. Add red onion, tomato slices, cucumber slices, and garnish with fresh dill.

Serve your gyros immediately. They pair perfectly with traditional French fries, roasted potatoes, or a Greek salad for a complete meal.