Arayes

Discover the irresistible flavors of Arayes, a Middle Eastern classic that's perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. This recipe features pita bread pockets generously stuffed with a spiced mixture of ground beef or lamb, fresh parsley, onions, and tomatoes, seasoned with aromatic cumin and allspice for a burst of savory warmth in every bite. Pan-grilled or cooked on a grill for a crispy, golden exterior and juicy filling, Arayes offers the perfect combination of texture and flavor. Ready in just 35 minutes, these handheld delights are served hot and pair beautifully with tahini sauce or creamy hummus for dipping. Perfectly balanced and incredibly easy to prepare, Arayes is a crowd-pleasing appetizer or main dish that brings a taste of the Middle East to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams ground beef or lamb
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 50 grams parsley, finely chopped
• 1 tomato, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 pita breads
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, chopped onion, parsley, tomato, cumin, allspice, salt, and black pepper. Mix the ingredients thoroughly with your hands until well combined.

Step 3

Cut each pita bread in half to form pockets.

Step 4

Stuff each pita half with about 2-3 tablespoons of the meat mixture, pressing the mixture evenly into the bread.

Step 5

Brush each side of the stuffed pitas with a little olive oil to help them crisp up during cooking.

Step 6

Place the stuffed pitas on the preheated grill or skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the meat is cooked through and the bread is golden and crispy.

Step 7

Remove from heat and let them rest for a couple of minutes.

Step 8

Serve hot with a side of tahini sauce or hummus for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1040 grams (1040.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2260

Total Fat 135.40g	174%
Saturated Fat 45.70g	229%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 400mg	133%
Sodium 4066mg	177%
Total Carbohydrate 152.60g	55%
Dietary Fiber 13.90g	50%
Total Sugars 12.10g
Protein 111.50g	223%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 328mg	25%
Iron 27mg	149%
Potassium 2544mg	54%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.6%

Protein: 19.6%

Carbs: 26.8%