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If a Moose Gyro wasn’t a thing before…it is now!
Mediterranean Moose Gyro
I am always looking for new and interesting things to do with my subsistence meats. With this Mediterranean Moose Gyro, I definitely hit the jackpot for a delicious and out-of-the-box way to use moose! If you’re looking to combine Alaska’s wild bounty with the flavors of the Mediterranean, this slow-cooked moose meat gyro is the perfect dish. Imagine tender, spiced moose wrapped in warm pita, topped with fresh veggies, pickled red onions and creamy tzatziki. It’s a fusion that’s both adventurous and comforting!
The gyro (pronounced YEE-roh) has roots in Greece but also draws influence from Middle Eastern shawarma and Turkish döner kebab. Traditionally, the gyro features thin slices of meat (usually lamb, beef, or chicken) that are stacked on a vertical rotisserie. The meat is sliced off and tucked into soft pita bread, accompanied by tomatoes, onions, and creamy tzatziki sauce.
In Alaska, moose hunting is both a cultural tradition and a practical way to stock up on healthy, wild meat. Moose hunts often take place in remote areas, and hunters need to be prepared for long days of hiking, stalking, and sometimes even boating to access moose habitat. The result? Lean, flavorful meat that’s perfect for slow cooking. And it makes the perfect meat for an Alaskan Style Gyro.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs moose roast, cut into chunks (substitute your favorite roast or stew meat)
- 1 onion, rough chopped
- 6 cloves garlic
- 2 tsp oregano, dried
- 1/2 tsp rosemary, dried
- 2 tsp basil, dried
- 1 tsp dill, dried
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup diced sun dried tomatoes, including oil
- 1 cup beef or vegetable broth
- Pita bread
- Diced tomatoes
- Pickled red onions
- Tzatziki sauce (Greek yogurt, garlic, cucumber, and lemon juice)
Instructions
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- Lightly salt moose meat. Brown moose chunks in olive oil in medium/high heat sauté pan until golden brown.
- In a slow cooker, combine moose meat with onion, garlic, spices and sun-dried tomatoes. Pour in broth and stir.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until the moose meat is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
- Warm pita bread and spread generous dollop of tzatziki. Fill with shredded moose meat. Top with diced tomatoes and pickled red onions.
- Wrap it up and savor the delicious fusion of Alaskan and Greek flavors!
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