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Garlic Parm Meatball Arayes
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Ingredients
Serving Size: 16 arayes
For the Italian Meatball Stuffing:
1/2 lb ground beef
1/2 lb ground lamb
1/4 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup diced yellow onion
1 egg
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp Worcestershire
1/4 cup whole milk
For the Arayes:
4 large pita breads, cut in halves
Olive oil (for frying)
Vodka sauce or marinara for dipping
For the Garlic Parmesan Butter:
4 tbsp butter, melted
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp grated Parmesan
1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
1. Prepare the Meatball Stuffing:
In a mixing bowl, combine all the stuffing ingredients. Mix well but avoid overworking the meat.
2. Stuff the Pita:
Cut each pita in half to create pockets.
Stuff each pita half with a generous amount of the meat mixture, spreading it evenly inside. Press gently to flatten slightly. Cut the pita again so you have fourths.
3. Cook the Arayes:
Preheat a grill pan or skillet over medium heat.
Add olive oil to the pan.
Add your arayes meat side down.
Cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until golden brown and crispy. Make sure the meat is fully cooked inside.
4. Make the Garlic Parmesan Butter:
In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, minced garlic, Parmesan, parsley, oregano, and salt.
5. Lather the Arayes:
Immediately after cooking, brush the hot arayes with the garlic Parmesan butter.
Serve hot with marinara sauce for dipping
Take your taste buds on a wild ride with these Italian Meatball-Stuffed Arayes, where Middle Eastern street food meets classic Italian comfort! Picture this: juicy, garlicky meatball stuffing tucked inside crispy, golden pita, then drenched in a rich garlic Parmesan butter. It’s like a meatball sub and garlic bread had a deliciously crispy baby! Perfect for game nights, weekend indulgence, or when you just want something outrageously good.
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