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Arayes (Lebanese Crispy Meat Stuffed Pita)

Arayes (Lebanese Crispy Meat Stuffed Pita)

Cost $15, save $10

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  • 10 Min
  • 4 Servings
  • $15

INGREDIENTS

  • Meat

    • 12 ounces ground lamb

  • Herbs and Seasonings

    • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
    • 3 cloves garlic
    • 🧅 3 tablespoons yellow onion
    • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
    • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground coriander
    • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
    • 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
    • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
    • 🧂 1 teaspoon kosher salt
    • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

  • Sauce

    • 1 tablespoon tahini
    • 🍋 1 tablespoon lemon juice
    • 1 tablespoon water
    • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
    • 1 clove garlic
    • 1 pinch cayenne pepper
    • 🧂 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

  • Bread

    • Pitas

  • Oils

    • 3 tablespoons olive oil

STEPS

1

Add meat to a bowl and sprinkle with parsley, minced garlic, onion, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, allspice, 1 teaspoon cayenne, 1 teaspoon salt, and black pepper. Use a fork or your hands to mix everything evenly. Cover and chill at least 1 hour and up to 12 hours.

2

For the sauce, add tahini, lemon juice, and water to a microwave-safe bowl and cook on High until very hot, about 30 seconds. Add to a bowl with yogurt, grated garlic, pinch cayenne, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Whisk until smooth and light. Chill until needed.

3

Cut each pita in half and carefully open up without tearing the edges. Pitas can be warmed in a dry pan to soften them, which can make opening easier.

4

Divide meat into 4 equal portions, and transfer into each pita half. Press and squeeze pita gently to distribute meat in an even layer that comes all the way to the cut side.

5

Heat olive oil over medium heat. Cook each stuffed pita until meat is cooked through and bread is nicely browned and crispy, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Serve hot with sauce on the side.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

553

Calories

  • 31
    Protein
  • 39
    Carbs
  • 30
    Fats

💡 Ground lamb can be substituted with ground beef if preferred.Warm pitas slightly in a dry pan to prevent tearing when opening them.Make the sauce ahead of time to save preparation time during cooking.Serve with a fresh side salad to balance the meal.