Low Sodium Arayes
Sink your teeth into these flavorful Low Sodium Arayes, a healthier twist on the traditional Middle Eastern dish. Packed with lean ground beef, aromatic spices like cumin and cinnamon, and fresh herbs including parsley and mint, this recipe delivers incredible taste without relying on added salt. The savory meat mixture is stuffed into whole wheat pita pockets and grilled to crispy perfection with a light coating of heart-healthy olive oil. Ready in just 35 minutes, these easy-to-make, low-sodium arayes are perfect for a quick dinner or an impressive appetizer. Pair them with a crisp salad or creamy yogurt dip for a wholesome, satisfying meal that's as nutritious as it is delicious.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams Lean ground beef
- 1 Medium onion
- 0.5 cup Fresh parsley
- 0.25 cup Fresh mint leaves
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes
- 0.5 Lemon, juiced
- 4 Whole wheat pita bread
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
Directions
Step 1
Start by finely chopping the onion, fresh parsley, and fresh mint leaves.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the lean ground beef, chopped onion, parsley, and mint.
Step 3
Add the ground cumin, cinnamon, black pepper, red chili flakes, and lemon juice to the bowl. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
Step 4
Cut each pita bread into two halves, creating pockets for the filling.
Step 5
Stuff each half of the pita bread with the beef mixture. Ensure an even layer of meat is distributed inside each pocket.
Step 6
Preheat a grill pan over medium heat and lightly brush each side of the stuffed pita halves with olive oil.
Step 7
Grill the arayes for 6-7 minutes on each side or until the meat is cooked through and the bread is crispy. Use a spatula to press gently, ensuring even cooking.
Step 8
Serve hot with a side of fresh salad or yogurt dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (758.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1125.2 |
| Total Fat 65.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 20.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 309.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 368.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 25.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 9.0g | |
| Protein 108.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 294.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 21.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 886.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories