Paleo Authentic Beef Gyro Meat
Experience the bold and irresistible flavors of Mediterranean cuisine with this Paleo Authentic Beef Gyro Meat recipe! Perfectly seasoned with aromatic spices like oregano, cumin, cinnamon, and sweet paprika, this dish delivers a savory and slightly smoky profile that stays true to traditional gyro flavors while remaining entirely grain- and dairy-free. The combination of tender ground beef, garlic, and red wine vinegar ensures a juicy and perfectly textured loaf that slices effortlessly into thin, flavorful strips. Cooked in a water bath for even heat distribution, this gyro meat is the ultimate centerpiece for Paleo-friendly meals—pair it with crisp lettuce wraps, fresh cucumber slices, or a creamy homemade Paleo tzatziki sauce for a wholesome and satisfying feast. Perfect for family dinners or meal-prep, this recipe is both nutritious and tantalizingly delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons Dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Sweet paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
In a food processor, add the finely chopped onion and garlic. Pulse until they are finely minced.
Add the ground beef to a large mixing bowl. Add the minced onion and garlic mixture, dried oregano, ground cumin, sweet paprika, ground cinnamon, salt, black pepper, red wine vinegar, and olive oil.
Mix everything thoroughly using your hands until all the ingredients are well combined and the mixture is uniform.
Transfer the beef mixture into a loaf pan. Press the mixture down firmly to ensure there are no air pockets and the loaf is tightly packed.
Place the loaf pan in a water bath by setting it inside a larger baking dish filled halfway with water. This will help the meat cook evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 60 minutes or until the internal temperature of the meat reaches 165°F (74°C).
Once cooked, remove the loaf from the oven and allow it to rest for about 10 minutes.
Carefully remove the meat loaf from the pan and transfer it to a cutting board.
Slice the beef gyro meat into thin strips before serving.
Serve the beef gyro with your choice of Paleo-friendly accompaniments, such as lettuce wraps, cucumber slices, or a homemade Paleo tzatziki sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
220 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.6 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2376 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.3 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.1 g | ||
| Protein | 3.3 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 131 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 381 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
