Arayes

Instructions

1. Prepare Vegetables

   • Finely dice 1 Red Onion.

   • Finely dice 3 Green Cubanelle Peppers (or paprikas).

   • Finely chop the Fresh Mint Leaves.

   • Finely chop the Parsley.

2. Prepare Chicken Mixture

   • In a mixing bowl, place 500 g Ground Chicken Meat.

   • Add the prepared vegetables to the bowl:

     • Diced Red Onion

     • Diced Green Cubanelle Peppers

     • Chopped Fresh Mint Leaves

     • Chopped Parsley

3. Season Mixture

   • Add the following seasonings and aromatics to the chicken and vegetable mixture:

     • Zest from 1 Lemon

     • A small squeeze of juice from the 1 Lemon

     • Salt (to taste)

     • Black Pepper (to taste)

     • Approximately 1 tbsp Olive Oil (or adjust as needed)

     • 2 pressed Garlic Cloves

   • Mix all ingredients together thoroughly until well combined. Ensure seasonings are evenly distributed.

4. Prepare the Breads

   • Carefully cut each of the 3 Arabic Pita Breads halfway around the edge to create a pocket, or slice them fully in half crosswise.

   • Gently open each pita bread.

   • Fill each pita pocket or half evenly with the ground chicken mixture, spreading it in a relatively thin layer inside.

5. Cook (Choose One Method)

   • Option 1: Pan-Frying

     • Melt a knob of Butter in a large frying pan or skillet over medium heat.

     • Carefully place one or two filled pita breads into the hot pan (do not overcrowd).

     • Fry until the bread develops a golden, crunchy crust and the chicken filling is cooked through. Press down gently with a spatula occasionally. Flip the pita carefully and cook the other side until equally golden and crispy. Repeat with remaining pitas.

   • Option 2: Baking

     • Preheat your oven to 180°C.

     • Place the filled pita breads onto a baking sheet (line with parchment paper for easier cleanup if desired).

     • Bake for approximately 10 min, or until the pita bread forms a golden crust and the chicken mixture is cooked through.

6. Serve

   • Remove the cooked, filled pitas from the pan or oven.

   • You can serve them whole or cut them into wedges.

   • Bon appétit! Enjoy!