Pita with Lamb and Fried Rice Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon black tea powder
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 pound ground lamb
- 2 pitas, cut into quarters
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots, thawed
- 3 cups cooked rice
- 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1/2 cup shredded lettuce
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions:
Prepare the Black Tea Marinade:
- In a small bowl, mix the black tea powder with the boiling water. Allow the tea to steep for 3-4 minutes, then strain and let it cool. This mixture will be used to marinate the lamb.
Marinate the Lamb:
- Place the ground lamb in a shallow dish and pour the cooled black tea marinade over it. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
Prepare the Pita:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange the pita quarters on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for 10-12 minutes, or until crispy and golden brown.
Cook the Lamb:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the marinated lamb and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Remove the lamb from the skillet and set aside.
Make the Fried Rice:
- In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Add the frozen peas and carrots, cooked rice, chopped tomatoes, and cooked lamb to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
- Season the fried rice with salt, pepper, ground cumin, paprika, and ground cinnamon. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until heated through and the flavors are well combined.
Assemble the Dish:
- To serve, place a portion of the fried rice on a plate, top with the toasted pita quarters, and garnish with shredded lettuce and chopped fresh cilantro.
- Enjoy your Pita with Lamb and Fried Rice, a flavorful combination of marinated lamb, fragrant rice, and crispy pita, enhanced with a hint of black tea flavor. Perfect for a comforting meal or a fusion of culinary traditions.