Cheesy Beef Mushroom Pitas (Printable Format)
Savory beef, mushrooms, and cheese in warm pita pockets, paired with creamy homemade tzatziki.
# Needed Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 pound ground beef
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8 ounces mushrooms, diced
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
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4 pita pockets
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese or cheddar cheese
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1 tablespoon olive oil
→ Tzatziki Sauce
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1 cup Greek yogurt
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1/2 cucumber, grated and drained
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
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Salt, to taste
# Preparation Steps:
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In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
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Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
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Add the ground beef to the pan and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until completely browned, about 5 to 6 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
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Stir in the diced mushrooms and cook until softened and their liquid has evaporated, about 3 to 4 minutes.
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Add smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to the meat mixture. Mix thoroughly and remove from heat.
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Grate the cucumber and squeeze out excess liquid using a clean kitchen towel or paper towel.
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In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, chopped dill, and salt. Stir well until smooth.
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Heat the pita pockets in a dry skillet or microwave until warm and pliable.
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Stuff each pita pocket with the beef and mushroom filling, then top with shredded cheese.
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If desired, briefly broil or heat the filled pitas in a skillet over low heat for 1 to 2 minutes to melt the cheese.
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Spoon or drizzle the prepared tzatziki sauce into each pita pocket just before serving.
# Supplementary Details:
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Drain excess beef fat for a lighter filling and adjust salt to taste for both meat and sauce.