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Meatball Pitas Prepared by Mama Lucia

Spicy Meatball Pocket Sandwiches by Mama Lucia

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Meatball Pitas Available at Mama Lucia's
Meatball Pitas Available at Mama Lucia's

Meatball Pitas Prepared by Mama Lucia

Tackle dinner with this 5-minute, effortless, and scrumptious meal that offers a delightful fusion of flavors! Here's how to whip up Meatball Pita Tacos, Italy meets Taco Night!

Ingredients (9)

  • Italian Style Meatballs:
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil for frying
  • Pita Taco Fillings:
  • 8 small pita breads
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup cubed feta cheese
  • 1/2 cup chopped shredded lettuce
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon of oregano

Steps to Make Meatball Pita Tacos

  1. Prepare the Italian Style Meatballs:
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Mix everything together with your hands until well combined but not overmixed.
  4. Form into meatballs (about 1.5 inches in diameter). You should end up with around 12-15 meatballs.
  5. Fry the Meatballs:
  6. Heat a sufficient amount of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  7. Fry the meatballs until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 5 minutes per side.
  8. Once cooked, set aside on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  9. Prepare the Pita Breads:
  10. Warm pita breads in the oven on low heat until soft and pliable.
  11. Assemble the Pita Tacos:
  12. Place heated pita breads on a serving platter.
  13. Divide the cooked meatballs among the pitas.
  14. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese, cubed feta cheese, chopped lettuce, and onions.
  15. If desired, sprinkle with a bit more grated Parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes, and oregano.
  16. Serve these delectable, quick, and easy Meatball Pita Tacos for a fresh twist on dinner!
  17. Combine the ground beef, uncategorized ingredients such as breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped fresh parsley, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl, and form into uncooked meatballs.
  18. To prepare the Pita Taco Fillings, shred the mozzarella cheese and chop the lettuce and onion, while cubing the feta cheese and setting aside 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese for garnishing.
  19. In the instructions for assembling the Pita Tacos, share the information that among the pitas filled with cooked meatballs, shredded mozzarella cheese, cubed feta cheese, chopped lettuce, and onions, one should sprinkle with a teaspoon of optional red pepper flakes and oregano.
  20. Lastly, serve the Meatball Pita Tacos with a side of instructions for heating the pitas and a li of served warm pitas on a serving platter.

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