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Crispy Lebanese Arayes

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Delicious pita pockets filled with a savory mix of ground lamb and spices, grilled to perfection for a satisfying crunch.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground lamb
  • 1 small red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 medium tomato, grated or minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp allspice
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 large Lebanese-style pita breads
  • Olive oil, for brushing
  • ½ cup grated Gruyere cheese
  • 1 spoonful Raos Sauce

Instructions

  1. Combine the ground lamb, minced garlic, chopped onion, grated tomato, parsley, and spices in a large bowl. Drizzle in olive oil and mix until everything is perfectly blended.
  2. Slice each pita in half to create two pockets, then gently open each pita half.
  3. Spoon several tablespoons of the meat mixture into each pita pocket, pressing down lightly to pack it in.
  4. Sprinkle the Gruyere cheese or Raos Sauce inside for extra flavor.
  5. Coat the outside of each stuffed pita pocket with olive oil.
  6. Preheat your grill or skillet over medium heat. Cook the stuffed pitas for about 3–4 minutes on each side until golden and sizzling.
  7. Remove the Arayes from the heat and cut each pocket into wedges. Enjoy warm!

Notes

Best served hot from the grill with garlic sauce or yogurt dip.

  • Author: elfassimaryam243gmail-com
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Lebanese
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg
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