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Season sliced beef with spices and oil.
Sear in a very hot pan 1-2 minutes per side for medium.
Warm pita.
Layer pita with tzatziki, beef, tomatoes, onion, lettuce, and optional fries.
Wrap and serve with extra tzatziki.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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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BoBo ChefFitness enthusiast and home cook. Every recipe is tested in a real kitchen and macro-verified before publishing.