Hawawshi

Name: Hawawshi
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Egyptian
Ingredients: 0.5 lb ground beef; 1/2 med onion, finely diced; 1/2 lg red bell pepper, finely diced; 1 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tbsp tomato paste; 1/4 tsp ground cumin; 1/8 tsp ground coriander; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/8 tsp black pepper; 2 pita bread (6-inch); 4 tbsp vegetable oil (for frying)

Pillowy pita bread stuffed with spiced ground meat, peppers, and onions, then pan-fried until crispy.

35 minEasyServes 2420 cal/serving

EgyptianLunchStovetopStandard

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Ingredients

0.5 lb ground beef
1/2 med onion, finely diced
1/2 lg red bell pepper, finely diced
1 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp tomato paste
1/4 tsp ground cumin
1/8 tsp ground coriander
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp black pepper
2 pita bread (6-inch)
4 tbsp vegetable oil (for frying)

Instructions

1

In a skillet, cook 0.5 lb ground beef over medium-high heat, breaking it apart as it cooks, about 3 minutes.
2

Add 1/2 med finely diced onion and 1/2 lg finely diced red bell pepper and cook until softened, about 2 minutes.
3

Stir in 1 minced garlic cloves and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4

Add 1 tbsp tomato paste, 1/4 tsp ground cumin, 1/8 tsp ground coriander, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Cook for 1 minute.
5

Remove the filling from heat and let cool for a few minutes.
6

Carefully separate the layers of each 2 pita bread (6-inch) to create a pocket.
7

Divide the filling equally between the pita pockets, filling each one generously.
8

Heat 4 tbsp vegetable oil (for frying) in a large skillet over medium heat.
9

Place the filled pita breads in the hot oil and fry for 2-3 minutes on each side until the bread is golden and crispy.
10

Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
11

Serve hot with tahini sauce, hummus, or fresh salsa.

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What is Hawawshi?

Pillowy pita bread stuffed with spiced ground meat, peppers, and onions, then pan-fried until crispy. This reference files it under Egyptian lunch: made on the stovetop, rated easy and about 35 minutes start to finish.

How do I know when Hawawshi is done?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 9: cook until the bread is golden and crispy.

Can I use ground turkey instead of ground beef in Hawawshi?

Yes. Choose turkey that is not extra-lean and add a tablespoon of oil to the pan, because turkey has less fat and browns more slowly. Season it a little harder than you would beef. As written, the entry for Hawawshi uses 0.5 lb ground beef.

Can I make Hawawshi gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Hawawshi is 2 pita bread (6-inch). Swap the bread or crumbs for a gluten-free loaf or gluten-free panko. Everything else proceeds as written.

How long does Hawawshi keep?

Refrigerate what is left of Hawawshi within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

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