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Beef Gyros

Beef Gyros

Greek-spiced beef in warm pita with tzatziki, tomatoes, onions, and fries. Authentic street food.

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Prep20 min
Cook15 min
Protein36g
Calories480
Carbs35g
Fat22g

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๐Ÿฅ—Ingredients

4 servings

Beef

  • 500g beef sirloin, sliced thin
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper

Assembly

  • 4 pita breads
  • 200g tzatziki
  • 2 tomatoes, sliced
  • ยฝ red onion, sliced
  • Lettuce
  • French fries (optional)
  • Paprika

๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐ŸณInstructions

  1. 1

    Season sliced beef with spices and oil.

  2. 2

    Sear in a very hot pan 1-2 minutes per side for medium.

  3. 3

    Warm pita.

  4. 4

    Layer pita with tzatziki, beef, tomatoes, onion, lettuce, and optional fries.

  5. 5

    Wrap and serve with extra tzatziki.

๐Ÿ“ŠNutrition per serving

Values are per 1 serving and stay fixed regardless of the servings adjuster above โ€” use the adjuster to scale ingredients only.

Calories480
Protein36g
Carbs35g
Fat22g
Fiber3g

๐Ÿ’ชProtein & Nutrition Breakdown

Each serving of Beef Gyros delivers 36g of protein at 480 calories โ€” that's 13 calories per gram of protein, making it one of the more efficient protein sources on this site. Protein accounts for roughly 30% of total calories in this dish. The 35g of carbohydrates per serving provide energy for training, making this a well-rounded meal both pre- and post-workout. The 22g of fat primarily comes from the cooking method and protein source itself, contributing to satiety and supporting fat-soluble vitamin absorption.

๐ŸฅกMeal Prep & Storage

Beef Gyros is a straightforward recipe that scales well for meal prep. This recipe makes 4 servings, each delivering 36g of protein and 480 calories โ€” ideal for tracking macros across the week. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat, warm gently on the stovetop over medium-low heat or in the microwave in 90-second intervals, stirring between each, until heated through. Adding a small splash of water or broth prevents the protein from drying out during reheating. Beef Gyros also freezes well โ€” portion into individual freezer-safe containers and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating. Batch cooking a double or triple portion on the weekend means you have 36g-protein meals ready throughout the week with zero daily effort.

๐Ÿ’ก Tips & Notes

  • โ€ขSlice meat very thin for authentic texture.

Variations

  • โ†’Use lamb.
  • โ†’Make it a plate with rice.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make Beef Gyros ahead of time?

Brown the beef ahead and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat in the sauce over medium-low heat โ€” the meat absorbs more flavour as it sits.

What cut of beef works best here?

Ribeye has the most flavor, sirloin is leaner. For thin-slicing, flank or skirt steak work great. Freeze the steak for 20 minutes first for easier thin slicing.

Why isn't my protein browning properly?

The pan must be hot before the protein goes in โ€” add oil and wait until it shimmers. Pat the protein completely dry first (moisture prevents browning). Don't crowd the pan; cook in batches with space between each piece.

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Recipe by

BoBo Chef

Fitness enthusiast and home cook. Every recipe is tested in a real kitchen and macro-verified before publishing.

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