Thai Beef Pitas

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 4
Thai Beef Pitas, a fusion of Thai and Mediterranean cuisine
in Mediterranean

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb lean ground beef
2 red bell peppers , seeded and thinly sliced
2 tablespoons fresh ginger , minced
3 garlic cloves , minced
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes ( or less according to your taste )
1/2 cup cilantro
3 tablespoons peanut butter
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 lime , juice of
2 green onions , sliced thin including green tops to garnish
4 pita pockets , whole
romaine lettuce leaf

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
366
Sugar
4g
Fat
22g
Thai Beef Pitas are a delicious and easy-to-make fusion dish that combines Thai and Mediterranean ingredients. The dish involves cooking lean ground beef and red bell peppers with garlic, ginger, and peanut butter, which is then stuffed into pita pockets with romaine lettuce and green onions. The dish is flavorful, satisfying, and can be customized to suit personal taste preferences. The dish is perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner and can be enjoyed by the whole family.

Instructions

1.In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef, red bell peppers, ginger and garlic until the beef is browned.
2.Reduce heat to low and add red pepper flakes, cilantro, peanut butter, soy sauce, sesame oil, and lime juice. Mix well.
3.Remove skillet from heat and set aside.
4.Cut the pita pockets in half and stuff each half with romaine lettuce leaves.
5.Add the beef stuffing and sliced green onions to each pita half.
6.Serve and enjoy!

PROS

Thai Beef Pitas are not only delicious, but also healthy and easy to make.
The fusion of Thai and Mediterranean cuisines makes for a unique and flavorful meal.
The recipe is adaptable to suit personal taste preferences and dietary restrictions.

CONS

The red pepper flakes may be too spicy for some, in which case they can be omitted or reduced in quantity.
Ground beef is high in calories and fat, making portion control important.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Protein-rich ground beef is a good source of essential nutrients, including iron and zinc. Red bell peppers provide vitamin C and antioxidants. Ginger and garlic have anti-inflammatory properties and may help boost the immune system. Peanut butter is high in healthy fats, protein, and fiber.

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