Ramadan Recipe: Egyptian Hawawshi
Hawawshi is a beloved Egyptian street food featuring crispy pita bread stuffed with a flavorful, spiced meat mixture. The filling, made with ground beef, onions, peppers, and a blend of warm spices, is packed into the bread and baked until golden and crispy. Juicy on the inside and crunchy on the outside, this comforting dish is perfect for a hearty meal or a satisfying snack.
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Ingredients of Egyptian Hawawshi
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- 15 Minutes
- 12 Serving
- 223 Calories
- 1 large yellow onion, quartered
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 green bell pepper, cored and cut into large chunks
- 1 jalapeno, halved and seeded
- ½ bundle fresh parsley, stems trimmed
- 900 grams lean ground beef
- 3 tbsp tomato paste
- Kosher salt
- Extra virgin olive oil
- 6 loaves of pita bread, the kind with pockets
Hawawshi
- 1 tsp coriander
- 1 tsp allspice
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp cumin
- ¾ tsp cardamom
- ¼ tsp cinnamon
Hawawshi Seasoning
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Method & Directions of Egyptian Hawawshi
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- 15 Minutes
- Preheat the Oven
تم نسخ الرابطSet the oven to 200°C and allow it to fully preheat while you prepare the ingredients.
- Mix the Spices
تم نسخ الرابطIn a small bowl, combine all the spices and mix well to ensure an even blend.
- Process the Vegetables
تم نسخ الرابطPlace the onion, garlic, bell pepper, jalapeño, and parsley into a food processor with a blade attachment. Pulse a few times until everything is finely chopped. Transfer the mixture to a sieve and press with the back of a spoon to drain excess liquid.
- Prepare the Meat Mixture
تم نسخ الرابطIn a large mixing bowl, combine the drained vegetable mixture with the ground beef and tomato paste. Sprinkle in the spice mixture along with a pinch of kosher salt. Mix thoroughly until everything is evenly distributed.
- Prepare the Pita Pockets
تم نسخ الرابطCut the pita loaves in half, creating 12 pita pockets. Lightly brush a large sheet pan with extra virgin olive oil.
- Fill the Pitas
تم نسخ الرابطSpoon ⅓ cup of the meat mixture into each pita pocket, using the back of a spoon to spread it evenly inside. Arrange the filled pitas on the prepared sheet pan. Brush the tops with a little extra virgin olive oil.
- Bake the Pitas
تم نسخ الرابطPlace the sheet pan in the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes. Carefully flip each pita over and continue baking for another 5 to 10 minutes, until the meat is fully cooked and the pita is crisp on both sides.