Description
Arayes, a delicious Lebanese street food, features flavorful meat-stuffed pitas that are quick and easy to prepare. Perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, these crispy delights are filled with a tasty mix of ground beef, fresh herbs, and spices. The unique combination of seasonings like 7 Spice and sumac elevates the flavor profile, making arayes a standout dish for any occasion. Whether served as an appetizer or main course, their versatility and mouthwatering taste will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef (80-85% lean)
- 2 Roma tomatoes (seeded and finely chopped)
- 1 small yellow onion (minced)
- ¼ cup chopped parsley
- 2 teaspoons 7 Spice
- 2 teaspoons sumac
- 4–6 double-ply thick medium pita breads
- Olive oil
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, chopped tomatoes, minced onions, parsley, 7 Spice, sumac, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Cut each pita in half and gently open the pockets.
- Spoon about 3-4 tablespoons of the meat mixture into each pita half. Seal securely.
- Brush the outside of the pitas with olive oil.
- Grill or bake until golden brown and crispy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main Course
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Lebanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For added flavor, grill the arayes instead of baking them. Feel free to customize the filling by adding your favorite spices or vegetables for a personal touch.