Greek Grilled Leg of Lamb: Gyros

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1 (4 to 5-pound) boneless leg of lamb, trimmed of visible fat

5 cloves garlic, peeled and cut into 20 slivers

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

4 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano

1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Essence, recipe follows

16 pita breads

Tzatziki Sauce, recipe follows

Chopped tomatoes

Essence (Emeril's Creole Seasoning):

2 1/2 tablespoons paprika

2 tablespoons salt

2 tablespoons garlic powder

1 tablespoon black pepper

1 tablespoon onion powder

1 tablespoon cayenne pepper

1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano

1 tablespoon dried thyme

Tzatziki Sauce:

1 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded and finely chopped

1 cup plain yogurt

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 teaspoon lemon juice or white wine vinegar

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon oregano

1 teaspoon minced garlic