Paleo Authentic Beef Gyro Meat

Transform your kitchen into a Mediterranean haven with this Paleo Authentic Beef Gyro Meat recipe, a perfect blend of bold, aromatic spices and wholesome ingredients. Crafted with ground beef, fragrant oregano, earthy cumin, and a touch of cinnamon for warmth, this paleo-friendly dish captures the essence of traditional Greek flavors while keeping your dietary goals in check. The secret to its tender, juicy texture lies in baking the meatloaf-style mixture in a water bath, ensuring even cooking and a mouthwatering result. Slice it thin and serve it with crisp lettuce wraps, refreshing cucumber slices, or a creamy, Paleo-friendly tzatziki sauce for a satisfying, low-carb feast. Ready in just over an hour, this irresistible homemade gyro meat is perfect for meal prep or a family-friendly dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).

Step 2

In a food processor, add the finely chopped onion and garlic. Pulse until they are finely minced.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

Mix everything thoroughly using your hands until all the ingredients are well combined and the mixture is uniform.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

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.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 60 minutes or until the internal temperature of the meat reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 8

Once cooked, remove the loaf from the oven and allow it to rest for about 10 minutes.

Step 9

Carefully remove the meat loaf from the pan and transfer it to a cutting board.

Step 10

Slice the beef gyro meat into thin strips before serving.

Step 11

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

Serving size	(164.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	219.9

Total Fat 15.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2376.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 19.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.9g	0%
Total Sugars 5.1g
Protein 3.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 131.0mg	0%
Iron 5.2mg	0%
Potassium 380.6mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.8%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 33.4%