The Moroccan Pita Sandwich Zwt 9 Recipes

20 MINUTE MEDITERRANEAN CHICKEN PITA SANDWICH RECIPE

Steps:

• In a large bowl, whisk together the cumin, turmeric, garlic powder, paprika, allspice, and vegetable oil. Add the diced chicken pieces and toss well to coat.
• Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the pan is hot, add the chicken in a single layer and allow it cook for 2 minutes undisturbed. Continue to saute the chicken until cooked through, another 2-3 minutes.
• Meanwhile, make the sauce by whisking together the Greek yogurt, oregano, olive oil, and salt to taste.
• Assemble the pita sandwiches by spreading one quarter of the yogurt sauce over each of the four pitas, then topping with cooked chicken, cucumber and tomato slices, and topping with crumbled Feta cheese.

THE MOROCCAN PITA SANDWICH (ZWT-9)

Steps:

• In a med-sized bowl, combine chicken w/onion, herbs, olives & raisins. In a larger bowl, combine orange juice w/olive oil, garlic & spices. Stir vigorously.
• Add chicken mixture to the liquids & stir to coat. Do a taste test. If too dry or not enough "kick", adjust spices &/or olive oil to taste.
• Cut 1 pita bread round down the middle & open gently to fill. Smear inside walls w/mayo (or avocado) & stuff lightly w/lettuce. Fill ea of the 2 pita halves w/approx 1/6 of the chicken mixture & wrap them in foil. 2/3 of the meat mixture should be left for 2 more dys of pita sandwiches.

SALAT TANGIERS (MOROCCAN RECIPE FOR ZWT-9)

Steps:

• Place the couscous & salt in lrg bowl. Add enough boiling water to cover it by ¼-inch. Cover tightly w/cling-film & allow to stand for 8-10 minutes.
• Meanwhile, place the carrots, bell pepper & beans in a saucepan w/enough water to just cover. Bring to a boil & cook for 8-10 min until just tender.
• Meanwhile, mix together all dressing ingredients in a sml bowl.
• Drain the cooked vegetables well & add to the cooked couscous, mixing well w/a fork.
• Add onions, raisins & almonds. Then pour in the dressing & toss well. Chill for at least 1 hr before serving.
• NOTE: I can look into my creative cooking future & foresee that I may eventually play w/the flavor profile of this recipe. Using the salad dressing as the flavor mechanism would allow for different fruit flavors & even a sweet version that adds sugar or honey to the mix. Feel free to use your own imagination.

PAKISTANI SPICED POTATOES (ZWT-9)

Steps:

• Place unpeeled potatoes in a lrg saucepan, cover w/water, bring to the boil & cook for 20 min or until very tender. Remove from the heat & allow to cool.
• Peel the cold potatoes & cut into 1-in cubes (2.5 cm).
• Heat the oil (or ghee) in a lrg frying pan until hot. Add potato cubes & fry until golden brown on all sides.
• Sprinkle potatoes w/the remaining ingredients, stir to evenly coat & add salt as desired. Remove w/a slotted spoon & serve hot or cold.