Two Women Cooking the Best Iranian Street Food in Tehran Bazaar👀”

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Ground turkey reduces fat while canned beans offer a vegetarian option.

lavash bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain pita

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole grain pita adds fiber while white bread is more accessible.

tahini

🥗Healthier: hummus

💰Cheaper: yogurt

Hummus provides a creamy texture with fewer calories, while yogurt is budget-friendly.

cheese

🥗Healthier: avocado

💰Cheaper: none

Avocado adds creaminess and healthy fats without dairy.

Prepare the filling by mixing ground beef with chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add the beef mixture and cook until browned, about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Spread tahini on lavash bread or pita.

Layer the cooked beef mixture on top of the tahini.

Add sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, and lettuce over the beef.

Sprinkle with sumac and chopped parsley for flavor.

Optionally, add cheese and pickles for extra taste.

Roll the lavash tightly around the filling.

Toast the sandwich on a grill or in a pan until golden and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Slice in half and serve immediately.

Cooking Techniques

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