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Greek Beef Stuffed Pita Recipe Easy and Flavorful with Zesty Lemon Garlic Sauce

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A quick and flavorful Greek-inspired stuffed pita featuring well-seasoned ground beef and a zesty lemon garlic sauce, perfect for a satisfying Mediterranean meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) ground beef (85% lean)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Juice of 1 large lemon
  • ½ cup (120 ml) Greek yogurt (full-fat or dairy-free alternative)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill or parsley, chopped
  • 4 large pita bread pockets
  • ½ cucumber, thinly sliced (optional)
  • 1 medium tomato, sliced

Instructions

  1. Finely chop the onion and mince garlic cloves. Slice cucumber and tomato if using. Juice the lemon and set aside.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, careful not to burn it.
  4. Add the ground beef to the pan, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Sprinkle in dried oregano, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to coat the beef evenly with the spices. Adjust seasoning if needed.
  6. In a mixing bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, fresh lemon juice, chopped dill or parsley, a pinch of salt, and a small minced garlic clove. Add a teaspoon of water if the sauce is too thick.
  7. Warm the pita bread in a dry skillet or toaster oven until soft and pliable, about 2 minutes.
  8. Spoon a generous amount of the seasoned beef into each pita pocket. Drizzle lemon garlic sauce inside, then add cucumber and tomato slices for crunch and freshness.
  9. Serve immediately while warm. Optionally, wrap in foil to keep warm for a short while before serving.

Notes

Use fresh garlic and lemon juice for best flavor. Avoid overcrowding the pan when browning beef to ensure proper caramelization. Warm pita before stuffing to prevent tearing. Store beef filling and sauce separately from pita to avoid sogginess. Dairy-free yogurt alternatives can be used for a dairy-free version.

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