Lebanese Arayes with Beef Kefta and Sumac
Arayes is a true treasure of Lebanese street food: a crispy pita bread, generously stuffed with juicy kefta flavored with sumac and herbs. From the first bite, you are transported to the bustling streets of Beirut, where the smell of grills fills the air. It is one of the typical dishes of Lebanese cuisine that wins you over with its simplicity and intense flavors. If you wonder what are the best Lebanese mezze recipes, know that arayes is often served as mezze or as a quick sandwich. Accompanied by fattoush salad, creamy hummus, or pickles, it becomes a complete and convivial meal. Easy to prepare, it will impress your guests for sure. Enjoy!
Ingredients
- Lebanese pita bread4 loaves
- Lean ground beef500 g
- Red onion1 small, grated
- Fresh flat-leaf parsley1 bunch, chopped
- Fresh mint2 tablespoons, chopped
- Sumac1 tablespoon
- Ground cumin1 teaspoon
- Ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon
- Allspice1/4 teaspoon
- Olive oil3 tablespoons
- Salt1 teaspoon
- Black pepper1/2 teaspoon
- Lemon1, cut into wedges
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, mix the ground beef, grated onion, parsley, mint, sumac, cumin, cinnamon, allspice, salt, and pepper. Knead well until you get a homogeneous filling.
- 2
Cut each pita bread in half. Carefully open the pocket of each half without tearing it.
- 3
Stuff the inside of each pocket with a thin layer of filling (about 1 cm thick), spreading evenly.
- 4
Brush the outside of the stuffed breads generously with olive oil using a brush.
- 5
Heat a large skillet or grill over medium heat. Cook the arayes for 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden and crispy and the meat is fully cooked.
- 6
Serve immediately, with lemon wedges to squeeze and optionally a mint yogurt sauce.
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