Gyros Greek Sandwich
Ingredients
- 1 lb. ground lamb or beef
- 2 Tbs. water
- 1 Tbs. lemon juice
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1 tsp. ground cumin
- 1 tsp. oregano leaves
- 1/2 tsp. pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- 1 small onion, chopped, about 1/4 c.
- 2 Tbs. vegetable oil
- 4 pita breads, 6 inch diameter
- 2 C. shredded lettuce
- 1/2 C. plain yogurt or 1/2 c. sour cream
- 1 Tbs. snipped mint or 2 tsp. dried mint leaves
- 1 tsp. sugar
- 1 small cucumber, peeled and chopped, about 3/4 c.
- 1 medium tomato, chopped
Directions
Mix ground lamb or beef, 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, 10-12 minutes.
Split each pita half way around with knife; separate to form pocket. (If preferred, you can just fold pita bread, taco form to hold filling.) Place patty in bread; top with lettuce. Mix yogurt, mint and sugar. Stir in cucumber. Spoon onto lettuce; top with tomato. Makes 4 sandwiches.
