Spicy Beef Pitzas

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with these bold and flavorful Spicy Beef Pitzas! Built on a crispy base of golden pita bread, these handheld delights are layered with seasoned ground beef infused with aromatic cumin, paprika, and a touch of chili flakes for the perfect kick. Each pita is crowned with gooey, melted mozzarella and fresh parsley for a pop of color and herby brightness. Quick and easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, these pitzas are perfect for busy nights, game-day gatherings, or whenever you're craving a fusion of pizza and Middle Eastern-inspired spices. Garnish with extra red chili slices for an irresistible heat, and serve them hot for an irresistible meal that will have everyone coming back for more! Whether you're searching for easy comfort food or bold spicy recipes, these Spicy Beef Pitzas will deliver.

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Pita bread
• 400 grams Ground beef
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Chili flakes
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 piece Red chili, thinly sliced (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic and sauté until softened, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking up any lumps with a wooden spoon, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the tomato paste, ground cumin, ground paprika, chili flakes, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes, ensuring that the beef is coated in the spices. Remove the skillet from the heat.

Step 5

Place the pita breads on the prepared baking sheet. Spread the spiced beef mixture evenly over each pita, leaving a small border around the edges.

Step 6

Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the top of the beef mixture on each pita.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges of the pita are golden brown.

Step 8

Remove the pitzas from the oven and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley. Garnish with thin slices of red chili if desired for extra heat.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy your Spicy Beef Pitzas!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(181.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	631.0

Total Fat 53.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 88mg	0%
Sodium 3076.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 11.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.2g	0%
Total Sugars 3.3g
Protein 25.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 867.9mg	0%
Iron 4.1mg	0%
Potassium 389.3mg	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: 76.2%

Protein: 16.5%

Carbs: 7.3%