Lamb Gyros with Cucumber Yogurt Sauce
This best gyro recipe outside of the Middle East!
INGREDIENTS:
8 oz plain yogurt
1/3 cup peeled, seeded and chopped cucumber
2 tbs grated peeled onion
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 tsp granulated sugar
1 lb ground lamb
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 1/2 tsp crushed dried oregano
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp salt
3/4 tsp ground black pepper
4 large pita pockets
1 medium onion, peeled and thinly sliced
1 medium tomato, cored and thinly sliced
DIRECTIONS:
1. Combine yogurt, cucumber, grated onion, the first addition of garlic and sugar in a medium mixing bowl; mix well, cover and refrigerate for at least 1/2 hour.
2. Preheat broiler.
3. In a separate, larger bowl, combine lamb, remaining garlic, oregano, onion powder, salt and pepper; mix well. Shape into two large 1/2-inch-thick patties and broil for 8 to 10 minutes, turning once, or until thoroughly cooked.
4. Carve each patty into thin slices and serve in pita pockets with yogurt sauce, onion and tomato.
Prep: 35 minutes
Cook: 10 minutes
Serves: 4