Gyros

Directions

1. 1
   Tzatziki Sauce: Toss the cucumber with the salt in a colander set over a bowl and let drain for 30 minutes.
2. 2
   Combine the yogurt, drained cucumber, lemon juice, garlic and mint in a bowl.
3. 3
   Season to taste.
4. 4
   Lamb: Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Trim the top quarter off each pita bread.
5. 5
   Stack the pitas and wrap them tightly with foil.
6. 6
   Tear the trimmed quarters into 1-inch pieces (about 1/3 cup) and set aside.
7. 7
   In the bowl of a food processor, process the onion, lemon juice, mint, garlic, salt, pepper and pita bread pieces until it makes a smooth paste, about 30 seconds.
8. 8
   Transfer the paste to a medium bowl and add the lamb.
9. 9
   Gently mix together until thoroughly combined.
10. 10
    Divide the lamb mixture into 6 equal portions and roll into balls.
11. 11
    Gently flatten the balls into round disks, about 1/2 inch thick and 2 1/2 inches in diameter.
12. 12
    Place the foil-wrapped pitas directly on the oven rack and heat for 10 minutes.
13. 13
    Meanwhile, heat the oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium heat until just smoking.
14. 14
    Add the lamb patties and cook until well browned and crust forms, 3 4 minutes.
15. 15
    Turn the patties over, and cook until well browned and a crust forms on the second side, about 5 minutes longer.
16. 16
    Transfer the patties to a paper-towel lined plate.
17. 17
    Assembly: Spread tzatziki sauce inside each pita.
18. 18
    Divide the patties evenly among the pitas and add tomato slices, shredded lettuce, and feta.
19. 19
    Serve.