Yes. If you’d like to store the gyro marinade for an extended period or want to make a larger batch, an alternative option is to freeze it in portions. Transfer it to freezer-safe containers or freezer bags, leaving some room for expansion, and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw the frozen marinade in the refrigerator overnight before using it. Recipes to serve with gyro meat

Greek-inspired Burgers: Give your burgers a Greek twist by mixing the dry gyro seasoning into the ground meat. Shape the seasoned meat into patties and grill or pan-fry them to perfection. Pair these juicy burgers with tsatziki sauce, fresh tomato slices, and leafy greens. Variations Lemon pepper: Lemon pepper may be substituted with a tablespoon of lemon juice added to 2 lbs of meat mixture. Consider adding a pinch or two of other common Mediterranean spices. How about ground cinnamon, coriander, or nutmeg for a subtle boost in flavor?A very simple version with just a few key flavors. It tastes authentic Greek but the ingredients list is kept fairly short! Two options to choose from. Mix together the dry and wet ingredients and use as a gyro marinade for dinner that night. Alternatively, mix together the dry ingredients and store in a jar, then just add the wet ingredients to make a marinade or rub when you’re ready to cook.

Garlic powder: Substitute with dried onion powder if you don’t have garlic. Or you can use crushed fresh garlic instead, of course!

Turkey seasoning composition

For a creamier and tangier marinade, consider mixing in a few tablespoons of Greek yogurt. It adds a tanginess that complements the other flavors so well. It will also help to keep the meat moist. Sizzling skewers and kebabs: Create mouth-watering kebabs by threading marinated meat cubes, veggies, or a tasty combo onto skewers. You may be surprised to see that garlic powder and onion powder are not included in this spice blend. This is because I usually grind fresh onion and garlic with the meat mixture and this seasoning to make gyros. If you don't plan to do this, you can add 1 teaspoon of garlic powder and 1 teaspoon of onion powder to this gyro spice mix. Roasted vegetables: Toss your favorite vegetables, such as bell peppers, zucchini, eggplant, and red onion, with plenty of gyro marinade. Pop them in the oven and roast for around 30 minutes at 220C/425F or until tender and slightly caramelized. But this is by no means the only way to use gyro seasoning. Here are more ideas to bring a burst of Greek flavor to your dishes:

Last week I posted my recipes for Greek Tzatziki Sauce and Greek Seasoning Blend. Now it’s time to combine those two recipes to make a third one! One that you’re going to fall in l.o.v.e. with! As you can imagine, it’s VERY easy to make this incredibly delicious and versatile Mediterranean seasoning! As already mentioned, you can either mix together only the dry ingredients and store them in your pantry, adding the wet ingredients (so honey, mustard and lemon juice) only when you’re ready to prepare your meal.

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Mustard: I like to add this for a little extra depth and complexity of flavor. It can also help to bind the other ingredients together, creating a more uniform coating on the meat. Dijon mustard is a good choice, or go for American or any yellow mustard. How to make gyro seasoning By far, my favorite way to use this amazing Mediterranean seasoning for gyros is, of course, to make homemade gyros!

Before we get started, be sure to connect with The Daring Gourmet on Facebook to join in on all the foodie fun and to get the word on all the latest recipes! This maroulosalata (Greek lettuce salad) is simple enough not to draw attention away from the star of the show (the delicious marinated meat!) but adds an interesting flavor twist to a simple green salad. Garlic lover? Don’t be shy to amp up the garlic in the marinade. Add more dried garlic, or some crushed fresh garlic if you like. Or you can simply add all of the seasoning ingredients, both wet and dry, directly to the meat. I like to use large Ziploc bags for this. Simply seal the bag tightly, then squish and massage so that all the ingredients get well mixed together and completely cover all of the meat. Don’t serve any kind of meat seasoned with this gyro marinade without this 10-minute tsatziki sauce on the side. It’s such an easy, tasty and healthy recipe to have up your sleeve!

The step-by-step guide below should help you make the recipe perfectly first time. Scroll down to the end for the full recipe including ingredient amounts. Don’t be afraid to adapt the ingredients according to your taste or to what you have. Add more dried herbs (try thyme, basil, tarragon or even mint), or even a sprinkle of cinnamon which features in some Greek meat based dishes.