Gyro Meat
"The deli gyro kit is convenient but the meat is the star — here's how to make it from scratch with ground lamb and beef so you never need the kit again. Crispy edges, warm spices, the whole deal."
Costco Copycat — This is a homemade version of the Costco Deli & Prepared Foods item. See it in store →
The Game Plan
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Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
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Pulse onion and garlic in a food processor until very finely minced — almost a paste.
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Add ground lamb, ground beef, oregano, cumin, coriander, rosemary, salt, and pepper to the food processor. Process for about 1 minute until the mixture is very smooth and sticky — this is what gives gyro meat its dense texture.
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Pack the mixture tightly into a loaf pan, pressing out all air pockets. Cover tightly with foil.
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Place the loaf pan inside a larger baking dish. Fill the outer dish with boiling water halfway up the sides of the loaf pan (water bath).
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Bake 45 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
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Remove from oven, drain any fat, and let rest 15 minutes. Refrigerate at least 1 hour (overnight is better) — the loaf firms up for slicing.
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Slice the loaf as thin as possible. Sear slices in a hot skillet with a little oil until crispy on the edges.
