I know this is not a “traditional” Gyro recipe but it is delicious and I will be making these Spicy Beef Gyros with Tzatziki Sauce again. The spicy beef pairs SO deliciously with the tzatziki sauce.
Spicy Beef Gyros with Tzatziki Sauce
I know this is not a “traditional” Gyro recipe but it is delicious and I will be making these Spicy Beef Gyros with Tzatziki Sauce again. The spicy beef pairs SO deliciously with the tzatziki sauce.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons beef bouillon granules
- 2 tablespoons water
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/2 pounds beef sirloin, cut into 1/2
- -inch cubes
- 10 wooden skewers, soaked in water
- for 1 hour
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Greek Tzatziki Sauce
- 1 (32 ounce) container plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 English cucumber with peel, grated
- 1 clove garlic, pressed
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
- 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh mint
- 1/2 tablespoon salt
- 1/2 tablespoon fresh ground black pepper
Instructions
- Dissolve bouillon in water. Stir in the garlic, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Toss the meat in the marinade, cover, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- Preheat a grill for high heat.
- Skewer the beef cubes, using 6 to 8 pieces per skewer. Pour the oil onto a plate, and roll the skewers in it to coat them on all sides.
- Grill the skewers, turning frequently, until the beef has turned light pink, 12 to 15 minutes.
- Warm Pitas and top with Beef, Romaine Lettuce, Tomatoes, Red Onions, and Drizzle with Tzatziki Sauce.
Greek Tzatziki Sauce
- Stir together yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil in a bowl. Add lemon zest, dill, mint, salt, and pepper; whisk until smooth.
- Pour into a serving dish, cover tightly, and refrigerate 8 hours before serving.
Photo: jeffreyw
