Baharat Lamb Pitas
by RoryThis Middle Eastern-inspired lamb pita is packed full of delicious flavor. Rory recommends serving with a side of cucumber and tomato salad.
Baharat Lamb Pitas
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Category
Meats & Barbecue
Cuisine
Middle Eastern
Servings
6
Prep Time
10-15 minutes
Cook Time
10-15 minutes
Ingredients
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For the Yogurt Sauce:
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1 C. Plain Yogurt
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¼ C. Fresh Mint (Chopped)
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Kosher Salt (to Taste)
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1 ½ lbs. Lean Ground Lamb
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1 Small Onion (Peeled and Coarsely Grated)
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¾ C. Bread Crumbs
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2 Cloves Garlic (Peeled and Minced)
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1 ½ Tbsp. Baharat Spice Blend
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¾ tsp. Kosher Salt
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1 Large Tomato (Sliced)
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1 Small Cucumber (Sliced on the Bias)
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3 Tbsp. Fresh Cilantro
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6 Pita Breads
For the Pitas:
Directions
Prepare the Yogurt Sauce:
Combine the yogurt, fresh mint, and sea salt to taste. Place in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Prepare the Pitas:
Combine the ground lamb, grated onion, breadcrumbs, garlic, Baharat Spice Blend, and salt and mix thoroughly (your clean hands are the best tool!).
Divide the mixture into equally-sized oval patties so they will fit easily within the pita.
Preheat grill to high heat. Grill the lamb burgers for 4-5 minutes per side. Transfer the burgers to a plate and briefly grill the pitas to warm them and char slightly, but do not let them crisp.
Spread the inside of each pita with the yogurt sauce. Add a tomato slice or two, a few fresh cucumber slices, and some cilantro to the pita, then add your lamb patty.