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Homemade Gyros Spice Mix

Andréa
Have you ever been to Greece and enjoyed the traditional Gyros? The hissing sound of tender meat turns slowly on a spit. Wonderfully smelling herbs that make your mouth water. And now you can also make this delicious taste in your kitchen. In this blog, I will show you how to make the perfect gyros spice mix. This quick and easy recipe with easy-to-get ingredients is delicious. So let's get started!
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Basic Recipes
Cuisine European Cuisine, Greek
Servings 4 portions
Calories 22 kcal

Ingredients
 

  • 1 teaspoon basil
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 4 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoons sweet paprika powder
  • 3 teaspoons dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Ingredients you need per step are listed below the step in Italic

Instructions
 

  • Mix all the spices in a bowl.
    1 teaspoon basil, ½ teaspoon chili powder, ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, 2 teaspoons garlic powder, 2 teaspoons ground cumin, 4 teaspoons dried oregano, 2 teaspoons sweet paprika powder, 3 teaspoons dried thyme, ½ teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • Spoon the herbs into an airtight (glass) jar and store in a cool, dark place (but not in the fridge).

NOTES

1. Variations
Citrus: Add some ground coriander seeds for an extra touch of citrus.
2. Tips
  • Meat: Chicken, lamb, pork, and tofu can be perfectly seasoned with these gyros spices.
  • Marinade: Do you prefer to marinate the meat? No problem. Mix four tablespoons of oil with one tablespoon of lemon juice and two tablespoons of gyros spices and marinate the meat in this tasty spice mix.
3. Storage
Store the herbs in a cool, dark place in an airtight container. This keeps them good for up to six months.

Nutrition

Calories: 22kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Sodium: 598mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 654IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Iron: 3mg
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