Gyros Greek Sandwich
 
  1 lb. ground lamb or beef
  2 tbsp. water
  1 tbsp. lemon juice
  1 tsp. salt
  1 tsp. ground cumin
  1 tsp. oregano leaves
  1/2 tsp. pepper
  2 cloves garlic, crushed
  1 sm. onion, chopped, about 1/4 c.
  2 tbsp. vegetable oil
  4 pita breads, 6 inch diameter
  2 c. shredded lettuce
  1/2 c. plain yogurt or 1/2 c. sour cream
  1 tbsp. snipped mint or 2 tsp. dried mint leaves
  1 tsp. sugar
  1 sm. cucumber, peeled and chopped, about 3/4 c.
  1 med. tomato, chopped
 
  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 bread 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.