🥙 What Makes This Recipe So Good
There’s SO much flavor in such a simple recipe, it’s almost hard to believe it. I mean, tender meatballs, spiced perfectly to taste just like roasted gyro meat, with fresh dill and oregano and onion powder and garlic. Even with all the flavor, you still only need less than 10 ingredients to make the meatballs, which is pretty much a dream.Like our more-traditional gyro meatballs, these Whole30 gyro meatballs are oven-baked rather than pan-fried. This method keeps the meatballs light and tender, which I love. Just line the meatballs up on a sheet pan and in 15 minutes you’ll have delicious meatballs for appetizers, snacks, salads, or bowls.I prefer to use ground lamb for my gyro meatballs, but ground beef or ground pork would both work well. For even more flavor, try combining a half-pound ground lamb with a half-pound ground beef. SO, so good! Whichever you choose, these are a great way to get a boost of protein and fat in your day without loading up on carbs. Keto readers, this one’s for you, too!
👩🏼‍🍳 Chef’s Tips
Be careful not to overwork the meatball mixture. Stir and mix just enough to combine the ingredients. Any more than that and you risk the meatballs being dense and tough.Whole30 gyro meatballs are great for meal prep! They keep well in the fridge, yes, but you can also freeze them for later. Prepare and cook them as written below. After baking, let them cool completely, then transfer them to a clean baking sheet or a large plate. Put them in the freezer for 30 minutes or so and once they’ve set up, transfer them to a freezer-safe airtight container. From there, they can be frozen up to 2 months!
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