Grilled Lamb Pita Arayes
A delicious and approachable recipe for grilled lamb pita arayes, perfect for casual dinners and outdoor gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 23 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Paleo, Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground lamb
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- Pita bread
- Olive oil for brushing
Instructions
- Combine the ingredients in a large bowl, mixing until all spices and flavors meld together.
- Prepare the pita pockets by cutting them in half and stuffing each with the lamb mixture.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Brush the stuffed pitas with olive oil for added flavor and texture.
- Grill the pitas for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden and crispy.
- Serve warm with a dipping sauce or fresh salad.
Notes
Using leaner lamb can make it a lighter meal. Consider adding fresh herbs or customizing spices for additional flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg