Homemade Gyros Recipe: Juicy Gyro Meat with Turkey Bacon Twist
A delicious and unique take on the traditional gyro, incorporating turkey bacon for a healthier twist.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Healthy
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1/2 pound turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 egg
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground turkey and chopped turkey bacon.
- Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, cumin, paprika, and egg.
- Mix well until all ingredients are incorporated.
- Shape the mixture into patties or meatloaf shape.
- Place on a baking sheet and bake for 30-35 minutes until cooked through.
- Let it rest for a few minutes, then slice thinly and serve.
Notes
- Serve with pita bread, tzatziki sauce, and fresh vegetables.
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes to the mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Homemade Gyros Recipe, Gyro Meat, Turkey Bacon