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EASY GROUND BEEF GYROS WITH TZATZIKI SAUCE



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Easy Ground Beef Gyros are so delicious and ready in 30 minutes! Ground beef is perfectly seasoned with a greek spice blend then tucked inside of a soft pita with lots of fresh lettuce, tomato, cucumber, and red onion. Finish the gyro with homemade tzatziki sauce and feta cheese.

Provided by Rachel Riesgraf

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound ground beef
1 teaspoon each dried oregano, ground thyme, ground cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
4 pitas
Optional toppings: lettuce, sliced tomato, sliced cucumber, sliced red onion, fresh dill and feta cheese
3/4 cup greek yogurt
3/4 cup grated cucumber ((I like to use an English cucumber))
2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
1/2 tablespoon lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Add the ground beef to a skillet over medium-high heat and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Add the seasonings and 1/2 cup of water. Simmer over medium heat until the sauce has thickened around the meat, about 5 minutes.
  • While the beef cooks, make the Tzatziki sauce. Start by squeezing the excessive liquid out of the grated cucumber, discarding the liquid. In a small bowl, mix the grated cucumber with the remaining ingredients.
  • To assemble a gyro, layer a pita with lettuce, tomato, cucumber, onion, and ground beef, then finish with tzatziki sauce, fresh dill and feta cheese.

GROUND BEEF GYROS



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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

1 cup plain yogurt
1/3 cup chopped seeded cucumber
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon sugar
GYROS:
1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon salt, optional
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pound ground beef
4 pita pocket halves
3 cups shredded lettuce
1 large tomato, chopped
1 small onion, sliced

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 GYRO



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Gyros is a Greek dish consisting of meat, tomato, onion, and tzatziki sauce and is served with pita bread. YUM!

Provided by jennifer_russell

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Greek

Time 20m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 (8 ounce) containers plain yogurt
2 cucumbers - peeled, seeded, and diced
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
½ lemon, juiced
3 cloves garlic, peeled
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (1 pound) beef top sirloin steak, cut into thin strips
5 pita bread rounds
1 tomato, chopped
½ small onion, thinly sliced
1 (4 ounce) package crumbled feta cheese
½ cup shredded lettuce
1 (2.25 ounce) can sliced ripe olives, drained

Steps:

  • Blend yogurt, cucumbers, 2 tablespoons olive oil, dill, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper in a blender until tzatziki sauce is evenly combined.
  • Heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir beef in the hot oil until no longer pink, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Layer half of each pita with steak, tomato, onion, feta cheese, lettuce, olives, and tzatziki sauce. Bring edge of each pita over the filling and secure with a toothpick.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 496.7 calories, Carbohydrate 41.5 g, Cholesterol 74 mg, Fat 24.1 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 28.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 732.5 mg, Sugar 9 g

GROUND BEEF GYROS



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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

1 (8 ounce) container plain yogurt
1/3 cup chopped seeded cucumber (thinly slice remainder of cucumber)
2 tablespoons finely chopped onions
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon sugar
1 lb lean ground beef (I use ground turkey)
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon salt (optional)
3/4 teaspoon pepper
4 pita breads
3 cups shredded lettuce
1 large tomatoes, chopped
1 small onion, chopped

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.

EASY GROUND BEEF GYROS



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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

1 lb lean ground beef
4 plum tomatoes, thinly sliced
8 small pita pocket bread, cut in half, warmed (4-inch diameter)
1 garlic clove, crushed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2/3 cup plain low-fat yogurt
1/3 cup cucumber, chopped
3 tablespoons onions, finely chopped
2 teaspoons fresh parsley, chopped

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.

GROUND BEEF GYROS RECIPE - (4.5/5)



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Provided by jsides

Number Of Ingredients 16

FILLING:
1 (8 ounce) container plain yogurt
1/3 cup seeded cucumber, chopped
2 tablespoons onions, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon sugar
1 pound lean ground beef (I use ground turkey)
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon salt (optional)
3/4 teaspoon pepper
4 pita breads
3 cups lettuce, shredded
1 large tomato, chopped
1 small onion, chopped

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.

AMERICAN GYROS



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Authentic Greek gyros are made with pork and chicken, but I prefer this version. It uses the same spices but is made with ground lamb and/or beef. Plus it's perfect for making ahead of time and heating it when you make your gyros. Don't forget to make tzatziki!

Provided by Chef John

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Greek

Time 1h55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound ground lamb
1 pound ground beef
½ cup finely diced yellow onion
4 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons kosher salt, or to taste
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons dry bread crumbs
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly oil a 9x13-inch baking dish. Line with parchment paper that extends up the sides. Turn the parchment paper over so the oiled side is up.
  • Place ground lamb and beef in a mixing bowl. Add onions, garlic, rosemary, oregano, salt, pepper, cumin, paprika, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, and bread crumbs. Mix until well combined. Transfer to prepared baking dish and press the meat mixture firmly into the dish in an even layer that extends to the edges. Meat mixture should be packed and fairly dense.
  • Bake in preheated oven until nicely browned, 40 to 45 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C). Cool to room temperature. Transfer to a plate. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until chilled, 1 to 2 hours.
  • Transfer meat to a cutting board. Cut into 3 pieces crosswise. Slice each piece into 1/8-inch thick slices as you need them.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook slices until browned, about 2 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254.8 calories, Carbohydrate 3.4 g, Cholesterol 72 mg, Fat 17.8 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 19.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 548.8 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

BEEF GYROS



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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

1 cup ranch salad dressing
1/2 cup chopped seeded peeled cucumber
1 pound beef top sirloin steak, cut into thin strips
2 tablespoons olive oil
5 whole pita breads, warmed
1 medium tomato, chopped
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1/2 small onion, thinly sliced
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
2-1/2 cups shredded lettuce

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.

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