GYROS


Course : Meat
Serves: 4
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Ingredients:


1 pound ground lamb or beef

2 tablespoons Water

1 tablespoon Lemon juice

1/2 teaspoon Salt

1/2 teaspoon Ground cumin

1/2 teaspoon Dried oregano leaves

1/4 teaspoon Pepper

2 Clove Garlic -- crushed

1 small Onion -- chopped-about 1/4 cu

2 tablespoons Vegetable oil

4 pinches Breads (6-inch diameter)

2 cups Shredded lettuce

1/2 cup Plain yogurt

1 tablespoon Chopped fresh or

1 teaspoon Dried mint leaves

1 teaspoon Sugar

1 small Cucumber -- seeded and (about 3/4 cup)

1 medium Tomato -- chopped (3/4 cup)
 

Preparation / Directions:


Mix lamb, water, lemon juice, salt, cumin, oregano, pepper, garlic and onion. Shape into 4 thin patties. Cook patties in oil over medium heat 10 to 12 minutes, turning frequently, until done.Split each bread halfway around edge with knife and separate to form pocket. Place patty in each pocket. Top with lettuce. Mix yogurt, mint and sugar. Stir in cucumber. Spoon onto lettuce and top with tomato.


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