1 lb ground beef (or lamb, or mix)

1/2 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)

1 small onion, finely grated or minced

3 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

1 tsp dried oregano

1 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp paprika

1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)

1 egg

Salt and pepper, to taste

2 tbsp olive oil (for frying)

1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice or basmati rice

3 cups water or broth

1 tbsp olive oil

Salt, to taste

1 cup Greek yogurt

1/2 cucumber, finely grated and drained

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tbsp lemon juice

1 tbsp fresh dill or mint, chopped

Cherry tomatoes, halved

Kalamata olives, pitted and halved

Red onion, thinly sliced

Fresh parsley or mint, chopped

Cucumber slices

Feta cheese, crumbled

Lemon wedges