Ingredients
Scale
- ½ lb (225g) ground beef (80/20 fat ratio)
- ½ small onion, grated
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- ¼ cup chopped parsley
- ½ tsp cumin
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 (6-inch) pita breads, halved to form 4 pockets
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for brushing)
- Optional Add-ins:
- ¼ tsp chili flakes for heat
- 1 tbsp tahini for extra flavor
- Chopped pine nuts for crunch
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a bowl, mix ground beef, grated onion, garlic, parsley, cumin, cinnamon, salt, and pepper until fully combined.
- Stuff the pita: Cut each pita in half and gently open the pocket. Add 2–3 tablespoons of the beef mixture and flatten evenly.
- Brush and flatten: Lightly brush both sides with olive oil and press gently to distribute filling evenly.
- Cook:
- Grill: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium heat and cook 4–5 minutes per side.
- Skillet: Use a dry nonstick pan over medium heat, flipping when golden.
- Bake: Place on a tray and bake at 425°F (220°C) for 12 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Serve hot: Rest briefly, then slice and serve with dips or salads.
Notes
- Use fresh pita bread for best results.
- Adjust spices to your preference.
- Serve with tahini sauce or yogurt dip.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Lebanese
- Diet: Halal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 half
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg