Description
Imagine sinking your teeth into a warm, freshly-baked pita pocket bursting with a savory blend of ground beef, tender mushrooms, and melted cheese. This easy-to-make recipe is a family-friendly favorite that combines comfort food flavors with the convenience of a handheld meal.
Ingredients
- Ground beef
- Fresh mushrooms
- Onion and garlic
- Smoked paprika and cumin
- Shredded cheese
- Pita bread
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
1. Cook the beef mixture: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until translucent. Stir in the garlic, then add the ground beef. Cook until the beef is browned.
2. Add mushrooms and spices: Stir in the diced mushrooms, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook until the mushrooms are tender and the liquid has mostly evaporated.
3. Make the tzatziki sauce: In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, dill, and a pinch of salt. Mix well and chill until ready to serve.
4. Assemble the pita pockets: Lightly warm the pita pockets to make them easy to open. Fill each one with the beef and mushroom mixture, then sprinkle in the shredded cheese.
5. Melt the cheese: Place the filled pita pockets on a baking sheet and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
6. Serve and enjoy: Serve the hot Cheesy Beef and Mushroom Pita Pockets with a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce on the side or spooned inside the pocket. Enjoy this delicious and satisfying meal!
Notes
To ensure your Cheesy Beef and Mushroom Pita Pockets turn out perfectly every time, keep these tips in mind:
Lightly warm the pita pockets before filling to make them pliable and easy to stuff.
Don’t overfill the pockets – leave a little room at the top to allow for the cheese to melt and expand.
Bake the filled pita pockets on a baking sheet to help the cheese melt evenly.
Keep an eye on them in the oven, as you don’t want the pockets to get too crispy.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 25
- Cholesterol: 50