Gyros

Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef or lamb
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 2 cloves garlic, crushed
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 4 (6 inch diameter) pita breads
• 2 cups shredded lettuce
• 1/2 cup plain yogurt
• 1 tablespoon snipped fresh mint leaves or 1 teaspoon dried mint leaves
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 1 small cucumber, seeded and chopped
• 1 medium tomato, chopped

Instructions

1. Mix beef or lamb, water, lemon juice, salt, cumin, oregano, pepper, garlic and onion. Shape into 4 thin patties. Cook patties in oil over medium heat, turning frequently, until done, about 10 to 12 minutes.
2. Split each pita bread halfway around edge with a sharp knife. Separate to form pocket. Place patty in each pocket; top with lettuce.
3. Mix yogurt, snipped mint and sugar; stir in cucumber. Spoon onto lettuce; top with tomato.