- 0:10 Prep
- 0:07 Cook
- 4 Servings
- Capable cooks
Fill pita breads with tender lamb patties and fresh salad for a tasty lunch on the go.
Ingredients
- 500g lean lamb mince
- 1/2 cup (50g) dried breadcrumbs
- 2 teaspoons Moroccan spice mix (see note)
- 2 garlic cloves, crushed
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 4 pita bread pockets, warmed, split
- 2 tomatoes, sliced
- 2 cups wild rocket leaves
- 200g low-fat tzatziki (see note)
Method
- Step 1Combine the lamb, breadcrumbs, Moroccan spice mix, garlic, egg and a little salt and pepper in a bowl. Divide the mixture into twelve 5cm patties.
- Step 2Heat oil in a pan over medium-low heat. In batches, cook the patties for 3 minutes each side until browned and cooked through. Fill pita pockets with patties, tomato, rocket and a generous spoonful of tzatziki. Serve with remaining tzatziki.
- Low carb
- Low sugar
Nutrition
2567 kj
Energy
26g
Fat Total
9g
Saturated Fat
5g
Fibre
40g
Protein
146mg
Cholesterol
677.88mg
Sodium
9g
Carbs (sugar)
51g
Carbs (total)
All nutrition values are per serve
Notes
Moroccan spice mix and low-fat tzatziki are available from supermarkets and delis.
- Author: Louise Pickford
- Image credit: Ian Wallace
- Publication: Taste.com.au
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