Egyptian Hawawshi (Spiced Meat-Stuffed Pita)

Egyptian Hawawshi (Spiced Meat-Stuffed Pita)
Hawawshi is a beloved Egyptian street food staple, where aromatic spiced meat is stuffed inside dough or pita bread and baked to perfection. This hearty and flavorful recipe offers a taste of Egypt's rich culinary tradition, balancing spices, meat, and bread in a delightful harmony.

Preparation Time: 20 minutes


Cooking Time: 30 minutes


Resting Time: N/A


Total Time: 50 minutes


Serving: 4

Ingredients:

- 1 lb ground beef or lamb


- 4 large pita breads


- 1 large onion, finely chopped


- 2 cloves garlic, minced


- 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped


- 2 tomatoes, finely chopped


- 1 teaspoon ground cumin


- 1 teaspoon ground coriander


- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)


- Salt and black pepper to taste


- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for brushing)

Method:

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


- In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, onion, garlic, green bell pepper, tomatoes, cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.


- Split the pita breads halfway through to create a pocket. Stuff each pita evenly with the meat mixture, spreading it to the edges


- Brush the outside of each stuffed pita with olive oil. Place on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the meat is cooked through and the pita is crispy.


- Allow the Hawawshi to cool slightly before cutting into quarters. Serve warm.

Notes:

- For a juicier filling, some prefer to mix a small amount of beef fat or butter into the meat mixture.


- Hawawshi can be customized with additional spices like paprika or allspice, according to taste.


- Serve with tahini sauce or a side of fresh cucumber and tomato salad for a refreshing balance.

Nutritional Information per Serving (Based on USDA Guidelines):

- Calories: 450 kcal


- Protein: 25g


- Carbohydrates: 35g


- Fat: 25g


- Fiber: 3g


- Sodium: 600mg


- Sugars: 4g . . . . Click to see recipe.
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