Lebanese Meat-Stuffed Pitas (Arayes) Recipe

Name: Lebanese Meat-Stuffed Pitas (Arayes)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 large white onion, roughly chopped; 2 cloves garlic, smashed; 1/2 small bunch fresh parsley; 1 pound ground beef; 1 small tomato, diced finely; 1/4 teaspoon garam masala; 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; Kosher salt; 4 pieces pita (whole wheat or regular), cut into quarters; Extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing

Servings: persons

1/2 large white onion, roughly chopped
2 cloves garlic, smashed
1/2 small bunch fresh parsley
1 pound ground beef
1 small tomato, diced finely
1/4 teaspoon garam masala
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
2 tablespoons lemon juice
Kosher salt
4 pieces pita (whole wheat or regular), cut into quarters
Extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing

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Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
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In a food processor, combine the onions, garlic, and parsley until finely minced.
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Remove to a large bowl and add in the beef, tomato, garam masala, pine nuts, and lemon juice.
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Season with salt.
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Mix with your hands until well combined.
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Arrange the pita quarters on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
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Fill each quarter with about 2 tablespoons of the meat mixture, flattening it out so the filling is even.
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Brush each quarter on both sides with a little olive oil.
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Sprinkle salt on top.
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Bake for 20 minutes, turning once halfway through.
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Pitas should be browned and crispy.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 large white onion, roughly chopped, 2 cloves garlic, smashed, 1/2 small bunch fresh parsley, 1 pound ground beef, and more.

Yes, Lebanese Meat-Stuffed Pitas (Arayes) 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lebanese Meat-Stuffed Pitas (Arayes)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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