Ground Beef Gyros

Ground beef gyros recipe has the Greek taste sensation you are looking for but so much easier and cheaper. Tender beef with authentic Mediterranean spices wrapped in soft pita bread and topped with tzatziki sauce or Greek salad.

One bite will bring a smile to your face. These drool worthy sandwiches are tasty, delicious and oh so amazingly good!

A classic Greek gyro is made with meat skewered and cooked on a rotisserie. But, you can make it right at home by easily food processing the ingredients, baking and slicing. The ground beef meat comes out juicy in the center and sometimes slightly crispy on the edges.

Jump to:

• ❤️ Why You'll Love It
• 📝 Ingredients
• 🥄 Instructions
• 💡 Expert Tips
• 🧺 Storage
• 💬 FAQs
• ⌛ Make Ahead
• 🍽️ Serve With
• 👩‍🍳 Variations
• 📣 Related Recipes
• More Mediterranean Recipes
• Ground Beef Gyros

❤️ Why You'll Love It

• Authentic taste made easier with ground beef.
• Easy make-ahead delicious beef gyros.
• Perfect for parties or game day events.
• Light lunch or dinner.

This delicious beef gyro is ridiculously easy to make and one you will want to make again and again. Perfect for parties or an easy weeknight dinner. An effortless meal will surely appeal to all.

📝 Ingredients

Note: This is an overview of the ingredients. You'll find the full measurements and instructions in the recipe card (printable) at the bottom of the page.

🥄 Instructions

Note: This is an overview of the instructions. The detailed instructions are in the recipe card below.

1. In your food processor, process the onion, garlic, and the rest of the spices until finely chopped.
2. Combine ground beef and process.
3. The mixture is soft like a paste.
4. Shape into a loaf, place on a baking sheet or a loaf pan, and bake until done. Take it out of the oven, cover loosely with aluminum foil and wait for it to cook down for about 10 minutes. Cut into thin slices.

1. To assemble gyros, add slices into a lightly oiled skillet, or grill pan and brown the gyro slices for about 30 seconds on each side over medium heat.
2. Place meat on warm pita bread or naan bread topped with traditional tzatziki sauce, sliced onions, tomatoes and lettuce or Greek salad.

💡 Expert Tips

• If you would like to use fresh herbs use 1 tablespoon fresh instead of 1 teaspoon dried.

🧺 Storage

Store leftover ground beef gyros in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.

💬 FAQs

⌛ Make Ahead

Ground beef gyros can be made ahead of time by prepping the ground beef mixture and baking up the loaf. Easily double the recipe if you are making this for a party or gathering.

🍽️ Serve With

• Beef gyros go amazingly well with this Keto Greek salad, pita bread and Greek yogurt sauce. Add your favorite sandwich toppings or even a handful of feta cheese.
• Do not forget to end this meal with a sweet bite of this delicious and creamy Galaktoboureko.

👩‍🍳 Variations

• A dollop of hummus is a great addition to this sandwich.
• Top your beef gyro off with some crumbled feta cheese and some fresh vegetables.
• Use your favorite Greek seasoning for a different flavor.

📣 Related Recipes

• This moist meatloaf with bread crumbs is tender, old fashioned with a delicious glaze. Sticky sweet and super delicious! You can eat the whole thing in one sitting – I won't tell.
• This beef shawarma recipe is not only delicious and authentic tasting, but incredibly easy to make as well!
• Kofta kebabs are a delicious and popular Middle Eastern dish that are perfect for grilling or cooking in the oven.
• This meat pie is flaky and buttery using phyllo crust and a delicious ground beef filling seasoned with a variety of herbs and spices. Vey easy to make and a crowd pleaser.
• Try this delicious and easy to follow Lebanese rice recipe, perfect side dish for any Middle Eastern meal. Garnish with fresh herbs or toasted pine nuts to boost flavors.

More Mediterranean Recipes

• This moussaka recipe is the ultimate comfort food for a cozy night in. Meaty, saucy with creamy and custardy bechamel layer. Nothing can beat that!
• Chicken shawarma is one of the most popular dishes in the Middle East. Chicken marinated in lemon juice, garlic, and warm spices then cooked, the smell is out of this world.
• Elevate your grilling game with this recipe for shish tawook. Juicy tender chicken in a mouthwatering aromatic Middle Eastern marinade is a must try.
• Revani is a classic Mediterranean semolina cake drenched in lemon infused simple syrup and topped with coconut flakes. Perfect to end this delicious dinner.

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