Dairy-Free Arayes

Transform your weeknight dinners with these irresistible Dairy-Free Arayes, a Middle Eastern-inspired dish that’s both flavorful and easy to prepare. These crispy, meat-stuffed pita pockets feature a savory filling of ground lamb or beef mixed with aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and paprika, complemented by fresh parsley, onion, and tomatoes. Toasted pine nuts can be added for an optional nutty crunch. Cooked to perfection on a grill pan or skillet, the pita bread becomes golden and crispy while sealing in the juicy, spiced filling. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dairy-free recipe is perfect for a quick dinner or an impressive appetizer. Serve these delectable wedges warm, garnished with parsley, for a crowd-pleasing dish that highlights authentic Mediterranean flavors. Perfectly suited for those seeking dairy-free, high-protein meals!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams ground lamb or beef
• 1 medium, finely chopped onion
• 30 grams, chopped parsley
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 large pita bread
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 small, finely chopped tomatoes
• 30 grams, toasted pine nuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb or beef, finely chopped onion, parsley, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Add the chopped tomatoes and pine nuts (if using) to the meat mixture, and mix until well combined.

Step 3

Cut each pita bread in half to create pockets and evenly distribute the meat mixture among the pita halves, pressing lightly to ensure the mixture adheres to the bread.

Step 4

Heat a large grill pan or skillet over medium heat and brush with olive oil.

Step 5

Place the stuffed pita halves in the pan, cut side down, and cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.

Step 6

Flip the arayes, and cook the other side for an additional 3-4 minutes until the meat is fully cooked and the bread is crispy.

Step 7

Remove from heat, let cool slightly, and cut each half into wedges.

Step 8

Serve warm, garnished with additional fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(949.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2200.2

Total Fat 133.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 45.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.1g
Cholesterol 400mg	0%
Sodium 3698.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 148.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.2g	0%
Total Sugars 14.2g
Protein 111.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 204.6mg	0%
Iron 19.8mg	0%
Potassium 2186.3mg	0%

*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: 19.9%

Carbs: 26.5%