How to Make Homemade Gyros I Taste of Home

ground lamb

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground turkey is lower in fat while ground beef is often more affordable.

tzatziki sauce

🥗Healthier: yogurt with herbs

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Yogurt with herbs is a lighter option, while sour cream is often less expensive.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

In a large bowl, combine ground lamb and ground beef.

Finely chop onion and garlic, then add to the meat mixture.

Add oregano, thyme, cumin, salt, black pepper, and paprika to the bowl.

Drizzle in olive oil and lemon juice, then mix thoroughly until combined.

Shape the meat mixture into a loaf and place it on a baking sheet.

Roast in the oven for 45-60 minutes until cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).

Remove from the oven and let rest for 10 minutes.

Slice the meat thinly against the grain.

Serve in warm pita bread with sliced tomato, cucumber, and tzatziki sauce.

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