Kofte In Pita Pockets Recipe

Name: Kofte In Pita Pockets
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 slice bread; 1/2 lb ground lamb; 1 garlic clove, crushed; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 tablespoon of fresh mint, chopped; salt and pepper; 1 tablespoon pine nuts; 1/4 cup flour (for coating); 1/2 cup oil; 4 pita breads; 1 onion, cut into thin rings; 2 tomatoes, sliced (or cut into wedges)

Servings: persons

1 slice bread
1/2 lb ground lamb
1 garlic clove, crushed
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon of fresh mint, chopped
salt and pepper
1 tablespoon pine nuts
1/4 cup flour (for coating)
1/2 cup oil
4 pita breads
1 onion, cut into thin rings
2 tomatoes, sliced (or cut into wedges)

1
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
2
Soak the bread in water for 5 minutes, then squeeze dry and add to the next 7 ingredients. Mix until thoroughly blended and malleable. Shape into small balls the size of a walnut, using dampened hands so that the mixture does not stick. Lightly coat in flour.
3
Shallow-fry for about 6 minutes, turning frequently, until golden brown.
4
Warm the pita bread in the oven for a few minutes until puffed up, then cut a thin strip off one side of each pita to make a pocket.
5
Fill pita with onion rings, tomato wedges, and a few Kofte.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 slice bread, 1/2 lb ground lamb, 1 garlic clove, crushed, 1 small onion, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Kofte In Pita Pockets falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Kofte In Pita Pockets

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