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Grilled Meat-Stuffed Pita Pockets

Grilled Meat-Stuffed Pita Pockets: Crispy Comfort on a Plate

Grilled Meat-Stuffed Pita Pockets are crispy, filled with a spice-infused meat mixture, making them a delightful dinner option.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 pita pockets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Lebanese
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 pound ground lamb or beef ground chicken can be used as a substitute
  • 1 small red onion finely chopped shallots can be used for a milder taste
  • 2 cloves garlic adjust according to your taste
  • 1 handful flat-leaf parsley cilantro or mint can be used for a twist
  • 1 medium tomato grated for smoother consistency
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon allspice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin oil is best
  • 4 pieces Lebanese-style pita breads flour tortillas can be a substitute
Optional Additions
  • 1 cup Gruyere cheese for a creamy flavor
  • 1 cup Rao's sauce or any tomato sauce

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing Bowl
  • pastry brush
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Combine ground lamb or beef, diced onion, minced garlic, and grated tomato in a mixing bowl.
  2. Add chopped parsley, cumin, coriander, paprika, allspice, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
  3. Cut Lebanese-style pita breads in half to create pockets and fill with the meat mixture.
  4. Brush the outside of each filled pocket with olive oil using a pastry brush.
  5. Preheat the grill and grill the pita pockets for about 3-4 minutes on each side.
  6. Serve warm, optionally with dips like hummus or tabbouleh.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pita pocketCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For meal prep, assemble the pockets and store in the fridge for up to 24 hours or freeze for longer storage. Reheat before serving.

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