Harissa Lamb Meatball Pita

Ingredients

• 120g ground lamb
• 1 whole wheat pita
• 2 tbsp harissa paste
• 50g cucumber
• 50g tomatoes
• 2 tbsp tzatziki
• Fresh mint

Preparation

1. 1

   Start by preheating the oven to 200°C so it is ready for baking the meatballs evenly.

2. 2

   In a mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb with 1 tablespoon of harissa paste. Mix thoroughly until the spice is evenly distributed through the meat.

3. 3

   Shape the mixture into small, evenly sized meatballs to ensure consistent cooking.

4. 4

   Place the meatballs on a baking tray lined with parchment paper, spacing them slightly apart to allow even browning.

5. 5

   Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, or until fully cooked through and slightly browned on the outside.

6. 6

   While the meatballs are baking, gently warm the whole wheat pita in a dry pan or oven until soft and pliable.

7. 7

   Slice the cucumber and tomatoes into bite-sized pieces and prepare the fresh mint leaves.

8. 8

   Once cooked, remove the meatballs from the oven and let them rest for a minute to retain their juices.

9. 9

   Assemble the pita by spreading a little tzatziki inside, then adding the lamb meatballs, cucumber, tomatoes, and fresh mint.

10. 10

    Finish by adding extra tzatziki on top and a light drizzle of remaining harissa paste for added heat before serving.