SPICY FILLING FOR PITA BREAD
The unusual combination of spices gives this filling a tangy flavour. It is served with Middle Eastern pocket or pita bread rounds, which are cut in half so the meat mixture can be spooned inside. The filled pita pockets are then eaten like sandwiches.
Provided by Olha7397
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 35m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- TO SERVE: Medium sized or large whole wheat or white pita bread rounds, cut in half to form semicircles In a large skillet, cook the ground beef, onion, garlic, and celery over medium high heat, breaking up the meat with a spoon, until the meat is brown and the onion is tender.
- Drain off and discard any excess fat.
- Stir in the carrot and raisins.
- Add all the remaining ingredients, stirring to combine well.
- Bring to a boil.
- Turn the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until the flavours are well blended.
- Remove the bay leaf.
- Serve in pita bread pockets.
- Makes 6 to 8 servings.
- Serve as a light main dish.
- Eat Your Vegetables.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 199.2, Fat 7.8, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 49.1, Sodium 470.9, Carbohydrate 16.5, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 10.4, Protein 16.5
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