Description
Arayes, the Lebanese stuffed pita with spiced meat, offers a tantalizing blend of savory flavors wrapped in crispy bread. Each bite reveals juicy, seasoned meat that transports you straight to the streets of Lebanon. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also visually stunning, guaranteeing it will impress your guests and keep them coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground lamb or beef
- 4 whole wheat pita breads
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp allspice
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground meat, onion, parsley, spices, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice each pita in half to create pockets and generously stuff with the meat mixture.
- Brush both sides of each stuffed pita with olive oil.
- Arrange on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Let cool slightly before slicing into triangles. Serve with tahini sauce or yogurt.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Lebanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pita (170g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option. Feel free to add roasted vegetables or extra herbs for a unique twist. Assemble Arayes in advance and store wrapped in plastic in the fridge until ready to cook.