Sugar-Free Authentic Beef Gyro Meat
Discover the irresistible flavors of this Sugar-Free Authentic Beef Gyro Meat recipe, a healthier twist on a Greek classic. Made from seasoned ground beef blended with aromatic garlic, onion, and a medley of traditional spices like oregano and thyme, this recipe captures the mouthwatering essence of gyro meat—without any added sugars. Easy to prepare in under 20 minutes before baking to juicy perfection, this homemade gyro loaf is perfect for slicing into tender, thin strips. Pair it with fluffy pita bread, creamy tzatziki, and fresh veggies for a wholesome Mediterranean feast. Ideal for meal prep or family dinners, this sugar-free gyro meat is a deliciously clean-eating option that doesn't sacrifice authentic flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Ground beef
- 1 large Onion
- 3 Garlic cloves
- 2 teaspoons Dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
Roughly chop the large onion and, along with the garlic cloves, place them in the bowl of a food processor.
Process the onion and garlic for about 10 seconds until very finely minced. If liquid separates from the mixture, strain it out using a fine mesh sieve, pressing down to remove as much liquid as possible.
In a large bowl, combine the strained onion and garlic mixture with the ground beef, dried oregano, dried thyme, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground black pepper, and salt.
Using your hands, mix the ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
Transfer the mixture to a loaf pan, pressing it down firmly to ensure there are no air pockets and the top is level.
Place the loaf pan on the middle rack of the oven and bake for 45-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
Once cooked, remove the meat from the oven and drain off any excess fat.
Let the meat rest in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then remove it from the pan and slice the loaf thinly for serving.
Serve the gyro meat with traditional accompaniments like pita bread, tzatziki sauce, sliced tomatoes, onions, and lettuce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
130 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.6 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2375 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.4 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.6 g | ||
| Protein | 4.5 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 141 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 500 mg | 11% | |
*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.
