Gyros Recipe

Gyros Recipe

• 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

• 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. 
• Split each pita bread halfway around edge with a sharp knife. 
• Separate to form pocket. 
• Place patty in each pocket; top with lettuce. 
• Mix yogurt, snipped mint and sugar; stir in cucumber. 
• Spoon onto lettuce; top with tomato.