Gyros - Greek Spice and Marinade for Meat

Name: Gyros - Greek Spice and Marinade for Meat - Nidia B.
Ingredients: For the gyros seasoning:; 1 handful of dried onion flakes or 1 medium onion; finely chopped; 1 teaspoon sea salt; 1 teaspoon sweet paprika; 1/2 teaspoon hot paprika / cayenne pepper or to taste; dried oregano; to taste; dried rosemary; to taste; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 3 cloves of garlic; crushed or 1 tablespoon garlic granules; 1 bay leaf; finely chopped; fresh herbs; to taste and preference: fresh mint; marjoram; thyme (in emergencies; dried ones can also be used) For the gyros marinade:; gyros seasoning; olive oil; lemon juice

Meat - Gyros - Greek Spice and Marinade for Meat by Nidia B. - Recipia

Gyros seasoning: Start by preparing an aromatic mix that will transform any type of meat into a delicacy. Take onion flakes or chopped onion and place them in a mortar. Add sea salt, which will help enhance the flavors. Use the pestle to crush the mixture, continuing until you achieve a fine paste. Now it's time to add the other spices: start with sweet paprika and hot paprika, which will give a splash of color and a distinct taste. Next on the list is oregano, followed by rosemary. Continue crushing all the ingredients, allowing the flavors to combine. Add cumin and ground coriander, followed by black pepper. These spices will add depth to the mixture. Don't forget to add crushed garlic or, alternatively, granulated garlic to add a strong note. Finally, chop the bay leaf and incorporate it into the mix. Continuing the process of grinding, you will obtain a homogeneous spice, full of flavors. If you want to enrich the mix even further, add freshly chopped herbs, which will provide a special freshness. If you don't have access to fresh herbs, dried ones can do just as well. It is best to use dried oregano and rosemary for better integration of flavors. This spice mix is ideal for flavoring roasts cooked in the oven, on the grill, or barbecue, being perfect for lamb, pork, or chicken meat. Also, feel free to use it to season vegetables, especially potatoes, which will gain a remarkable flavor. Gyros marinade: Now that you have the seasoning ready, it's time to turn it into a savory marinade. For this, mix the gyros seasoning with olive oil, adding one tablespoon at a time, alternating with lemon juice, one teaspoon at a time. This combination will create a homogeneous, more fluid paste, perfect for marinating meat. It is essential to coat the meat on all sides with the gyros marinade, ensuring it is well covered. After applying the marinade, let the meat chill in a covered container for at least two hours. However, for optimal results, let it marinate from evening until morning. This step will allow the flavors to penetrate deeply into the meat, turning every bite into an explosion of tastes. Use the meat according to your desired recipe and enjoy a delicious meal!