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Smoky Chili Beef Stuffed Pita with Corn

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Get ready to indulge in a delightful creation: our Smoky Chili Beef Stuffed Pita with Corn! This warm, satisfying dish is perfect for any meal, featuring perfectly seasoned beef, sweet corn, and fresh arugula, all enveloped in a fluffy pita. The smoky chili sauce adds an irresistible depth of flavor, making each bite a delight. Feel free to adjust the heat of your chili sauce to suit your taste, and pair with a simple side salad and a zesty lemon wedge for a refreshing touch.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Bulking Food
Cuisine: Global
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g ground beef
  • 200 g sweet corn
  • 4 whole pita breads
  • 100 g fresh arugula
  • 1 medium onion
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 120 ml smoky chili sauce
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • chopped (for garnish) fresh cilantro optional
  • (for extra heat) sliced jalapeños optional

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Heatproof mixing bowl
  • Cooking spoon
  • Chef's knife
  • Chopping board
  • Serving plate

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 7-10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Drain excess fat if necessary. Add the sweet corn and smoky chili sauce; stir well to combine. Allow to simmer on low heat for 3-5 minutes until heated through.
  5. While the beef mixture is simmering, warm the pita breads in a dry skillet or microwave for easy stuffing.
  6. To assemble, fill each pita bread with a generous spoonful of the beef mixture, followed by a handful of fresh arugula.
  7. Serve the stuffed pitas cut in half with a side salad and a lemon wedge for squeezing over the top. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3.5mg

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