Homemade Doner Kebab Gyro Meat (oven method)

If you’ve seen the Viral Doner Kebab floating around by MezeMike on TikTok, you already know… it looks amazing!

But I’m here to tell you — it’s actually one of the easiest ways to make homemade gyro meat at home. No rotisserie. No fancy equipment. Just parchment paper, a rolling pin, and your oven.

This is my version made with lean ground beef, loaded with warm Mediterranean spices, and perfect for meal prep, wraps, bowls, or high-protein plates.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• High protein
• Lean and macro-friendly
• Minimal prep
• Perfect for meal prep
• Great for wraps, pitas, or bowls

This recipe is simple but delivers BIG flavor thanks to the blended onion-garlic base and the warm spice blend.

Ingredients

Lean ground beef (93/7 or 96/4 works great)
White onion
Red onion
Garlic cloves
Paprika
Onion powder
Garlic powder
Lemon pepper
Oregano
Coriander
Cinnamon
Salt and pepper

How to Make Viral Doner Kebab at Home

Step 1: Blend the Aromatics

Add the white onion, red onion, and garlic cloves to a mini food processor. Blend until it reaches a pulp consistency. This is what gives the meat that authentic, juicy gyro texture.

Step 2: Mix the Meat

In a large bowl, combine:

Ground beef
Onion-garlic mixture
All seasonings

Mix thoroughly until fully combined.

Step 3: Form & Roll

Divide the beef mixture into 4–5 portions (like large meatballs).

Place one portion onto parchment paper.
Top with another sheet of parchment.
Use a rolling pin to roll it into a very thin layer.

Remove the top parchment and begin tightly rolling/folding the beef using the parchment paper — almost like wrapping paper. This creates that layered doner effect.

Repeat with remaining portions.

Step 4: Bake

Place the rolled beef logs onto a sheet pan. Add roasting veggies if desired — peppers, onions, zucchini are all great options.

Bake at 400°F for 30 minutes.

Let rest slightly before slicing thin.

Macros & Portion Sizes

Entire Recipe (using 1 lb 93/7 beef)

Calories: ~680
Protein: ~92g
Fat: ~32g
Carbs: ~8g

(Onions and seasonings included in estimate)

If Divided Into 4 Portions:

Calories: ~170
Protein: ~23g
Fat: ~8g
Carbs: ~2g

If Divided Into 5 Portions:

Calories: ~136
Protein: ~18g
Fat: ~6g
Carbs: ~1–2g

Macros will vary slightly depending on whether you use 93/7 or 96/4 beef.

How to Serve It

In a warm pita with tomatoes, red onion & homemade tzatziki
Over a Greek salad
In a protein bowl with rice or cauliflower rice
Stuffed into a lavash wrap
On top of roasted veggies for a lower-carb option

Meal Prep Tip

Slice everything once cooled and store in an airtight container. It reheats beautifully and actually tastes even better the next day.

If you try this viral doner kebab, tag me. I love seeing your recreations — and trust me, once you make this homemade gyro meat, you won’t go back to store-bought again. 💛

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