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Greek Mashed Pita
Description:
This Greek smashed pita is like a cross between a beloved smashburger and a delicious gyros. Greek-seasoned ground sirloin, topped with salad and tzatziki, are folded inside a lightly toasted pita for a savory handheld lunch.
Ingredients:
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12 ounces ground sirloin
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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4 pitas
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1 1/2 cups shredded romaine lettuce
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1 tablespoon chopped parsley
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1 table spoon chopped dille
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2 table spoons pepperoncini pepper slices
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3 table spoons thinly sliced and chopped red onion
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1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
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2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
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1/4 cup tzatziki sauce
- 1 Roma tomato, thinly sliced
Steps:
- Gather all ingredients.
- Combine meat with garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper and mix until well incorporated.
- Divide mixture evenly into 4 portions. Press each portion onto the top of 1 pita; press and spread meat almost to the edges.
- Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat until hot. Place pita meat side down in skillet. Press pita down with the back of a spatula so that meat stays thin while it cooks. Cook, undisturbed, until browned and meat easily releases from the pan, about 3 minutes. Flip and cook 1 more minute. Repeat with remaining pitas.
- Toss lettuce, parsley, dill, pepperoncini, red onion, feta, lemon juice, and tzatziki together in a bowl until well combined
- Divide salad mixture among pitas and top evenly with tomato slices. Fold in half and serve immediately.
Enjoy!