Gyros Greek Sandwich Recipe
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 1 pound grnd lamb or possibly beef
- 2 tbsp. water
- 1 tbsp. lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon grnd cumin
- 1 teaspoon oregano leaves
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- 1 sm. onion, minced, about 1/4 c.
- 2 tbsp. vegetable oil
- 4 pita breads, 6 inch diameter
- 2 c. shredded lettuce
- 1/2 c. plain yogurt, or possibly 1/2 c. lowfat sour cream
- 1 tbsp. snipped mint or possibly 2 teaspoon dry mint leaves
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 sm. cucumber, peeled and minced, about 3/4 c.
- 1 med. tomato, minced
Directions
- Mix grnd lamb or possibly 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 till done, 10-12 min. Split each bread half way around with knife; separate to create 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. Great with fried and beef based soup.
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 168g | |
| Recipe makes 6 servings | |
| Calories 288 | |
| Calories from Fat 207 | 72% |
| Total Fat 23.11g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat 8.5g | 34% |
| Trans Fat 0.12g | |
| Cholesterol 58mg | 19% |
| Sodium 454mg | 19% |
| Potassium 320mg | 9% |
| Total Carbs 5.61g | 1% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.8g | 3% |
| Sugars 2.99g | 2% |
| Protein 14.02g | 22% |
