Try a Lebanese cheeseburger if you want a quick, easy, and satisfying meal that won't break the bank. This is not your typical burger with a bun and a patty, but a wrap made with chopped cheese, coleslaw, mayo, and fries, all stuffed inside a soft and fluffy Lebanese pita bread. This famous street food in Lebanon is yummy, sloppy, and cheap—nothing fancy, nothing sophisticated, just a cheap and filling meal for the hard times.
This article will show you how to make a Lebanese cheeseburger at home with simple ingredients and steps. You will need the following:
- 4 Lebanese pita bread
- 1/4 cup of mayonnaise
- 2 cups of shredded cabbage
- 2 tablespoons of lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup of vegetable oil
- 1 pound of ground beef
- 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon of onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon of paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon of cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of pepper
- 8 slices of American cheese
- 2 cups of frozen fries
Steps:
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and bake the fries according to the package directions until golden and crispy.
2. Whisk the mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. This is your coleslaw dressing.
3. Toss the shredded cabbage with the coleslaw dressing until well-coated in a large bowl. Set aside.
4. Heat the oil and add the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Break it up with a spatula until browned and cooked for about 15 minutes. Drain the excess fat.
5. Season the beef with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
6. Cut each pita bread in half and open up each pocket. Place two cheese slices inside each bag and microwave for about 15 seconds or until the cheese is melted.
7. Fill each pita pocket with coleslaw, beef, and fries. Fold over the edges to seal the wrap.
8. Enjoy your Lebanese cheeseburger while hot or wrap it in foil and take it to go.
FAQs:
Q: What is Lebanese pita bread?
A: Lebanese pita bread is a type of flatbread that is soft, thin, and round. It has a pocket in the middle can be filled with various ingredients. It is also known as Arabic bread or khubz.
Q: Can I use other types of cheese for this recipe?
A: You can use any cheese that melts well, such as cheddar, mozzarella, or provolone.
Q: Can I make this recipe vegetarian or vegan?
A: Substitute ground beef with plant-based meat alternatives or cooked lentils. You can also use vegan cheese and vegan mayonnaise for the coleslaw dressing.
Conclusion:
A Lebanese cheeseburger is a delicious and affordable street food you can make at home with simple ingredients and steps. It is a wrap made with chopped cheese, coleslaw, mayo, and fries, all stuffed inside a soft, fluffy Lebanese pita bread. It is nothing fancy, nothing sophisticated, just a cheap and filling meal for the hard times. Try it today, and let us know what you think!
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