Stovetop~35 minComplexity
Easy Gyro Meat Recipe
This Gyro Meat delivers 20g protein and 358 calories per serving — a moderate-protein option with Mediterranean seasoning for variety in your rotation. Batch-preps 8 servings in quick prep time on the stovetop, letting you build multiple meals from one prep session. Use it as a protein base for bowls or wraps when you need different flavors to maintain consistency through the week.
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Ingredients
8 servings
- •1 Yellow Onion(55g)
- •1 lbs Ground Lamb
- •1 lbs 80/20 Ground Beef
Standard ground beef. Drain fat thoroughly after cooking to reduce calories.
- •1 tbsp Garlic
- •1 tbsp Oregano, Dried
- •1.5 tsp Cumin, Ground
- •1.5 tsp Garlic powder
- •2 tsp Thyme, Dried
- •0.5 tbsp Marjoram, Ground
- •1 tsp 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- •1.5 tsp 1½ teaspoons kosher salt
- •2 tbsp Olive oil
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
Instructions
- 1Finely mince the onion, wrap it in a clean kitchen towel, and wring out excess moisture; transfer to a large bowl.
- 2Add the ground lamb, ground beef, minced fresh garlic, dried oregano, ground cumin, garlic powder, dried thyme, marjoram, black pepper, kosher salt, and olive oil to the bowl with the onion; mix thoroughly with wet hands until fully combined.
- 3Transfer the meat mixture to a food processor and pulse until it forms a uniform paste, about 2 minutes.
- 4Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, then add the meat paste in a single layer; cook 8–10 minutes, stirring and breaking apart the meat with a spoon every 2–3 minutes, until no pink remains and the meat is deeply browned with slightly crispy edges.
- 5Continue cooking 2–3 additional minutes over medium-high heat while stirring frequently, until the meat develops a darkened, concentrated appearance with caramelized bits throughout.
- 6Remove the skillet from heat and let the gyro meat cool for 5 minutes.
- 7Divide the cooked gyro meat evenly into 8 airtight containers while still warm, packing it firmly; seal and refrigerate for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition — Per Serving
345
calories
20g
protein
28g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 2g
- Saturated fat
- 10.6g
- Sodium
- 73 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 0.7g
8 servings per batch · ~127g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Easy Gyro Meat have per serving?
Each serving provides 20g of protein and 358 calories, with 29g fat and 4g carbs. The high fat content means this recipe is better used as a component in larger meals rather than standalone.
How long does Easy Gyro Meat take to prep?
This is a quick prep recipe yielding 8 servings from stovetop cooking in a single batch. You'll produce substantial meal prep quantity efficiently.
Is Easy Gyro Meat good for fat loss?
At 358 calories and only 4g carbs per serving, the calorie density is moderate, but the 20g protein is moderate relative to the high fat content—it works best as part of a larger fat loss meal structure.
