Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce
- Grate half a cucumber and squeeze out as much moisture as possible using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels to ensure a thick sauce.
- In a small bowl, combine the strained cucumber with Greek yogurt, minced garlic (1 clove), lemon juice, chopped dill or mint, and a pinch of salt. Stir well, cover, and refrigerate while preparing the beef.
Prepare the Spiced Ground Beef
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the finely diced onion and sauté for about 3 minutes until softened and translucent.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet. Break it up with a wooden spoon and cook until fully browned with no pink remaining. Drain any excess fat if needed.
- Reduce heat to medium-low. Stir in minced garlic (2 cloves) and tomato paste. Cook for about 60 seconds until tomato paste darkens slightly.
- Sprinkle in dried oregano, cumin, coriander, and paprika. Stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in red wine vinegar or lemon juice. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Simmer for a final minute.
Assemble the Wraps
- While beef simmers, warm pita bread by lightly charring in a dry skillet or toasting in the oven.
- Spoon a generous portion of the hot spiced ground beef into the center of each warmed pita.
- Top with tzatziki sauce, sliced tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped parsley or cilantro. Fold and serve immediately.
Nutrition
Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20g
Notes
Store the ground beef filling in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Tzatziki sauce lasts 2-3 days, kept separate. The beef can be frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat beef in a skillet with a splash of water to maintain texture. Warm pita separately before assembling.
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