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Arayes - Lebanese Meat Stuffed Pitas!

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Arayes

Cultural Context

Originating from the Levant region, Arayes are grilled pita pockets filled with spiced ground meat, often enjoyed as a street food or appetizer. Traditionally served during gatherings, they embody the flavors of Middle Eastern cuisine. Today, variations exist across the region, with different meats and spices reflecting local tastes.

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4 servings
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5 pita bread, the thin pocket type, ~15cm/6" diameter (250g/8oz pack), cut in half
Olive oil spray (or brush with olive oil)
1/2 onion, grated using box grater
500g/ 1 lb lamb or beef mince (ground meat)
2 garlic cloves, finely grated
1 tbsp finely chopped parsley, optional
3 tsp EACH coriander, cumin
1 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (sub plain paprika)
3/4 tsp ground allspice (sub mixed spice)
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (reduce/omit for less spicy)
1 1/4 tsp cooking/kosher salt
1 cup plain yogurt (250g)
2 tbsp tahini
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 garlic clove finely grated
1/2 tsp cooking/kosher salt
1

Mix filling ingredients. Divide into 10 portions, flatten into thin semi-circle about the shape of a pita half. Stuff inside pita, enclose, press to spread to edges. (If pita is tearing, microwave 15 sec then use butter knife to split).

2

Spray with oil, pan fry on medium high 2 min each side until crispy and meat is cooked. Keep cooked ones warm in 50C/120F oven on rack. Serve with sauce!

3

Sauce: Whisk to mostly combine then microwave 20 sec on high. Whisk again – should be like soft whipped cream. Serve slightly warm or at room temp.

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