Sheet Pan Beef Kefta Wraps

Directions

  1. 1Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C). Slice the tops off two garlic heads, drizzle with olive oil and salt, wrap in foil, & roast for 45–60 mins until golden and soft.
  2. 2Grate the onion, squeeze out all liquid with paper towel or cheesecloth. In a large bowl, combine beef, garlic, spices, parsley, cilantro (if using), and the grated onion. Mix with your hands for 2–3 minutes until sticky & well combined.
  3. 3Spread onto the sheet pan in a 1/2-inch thick rectangle. With a knife, score into 1-inch strips. Drizzle evenly with 4 tbsp olive oil. Bake for 12–15 minutes at 400°F, then broil 2–5 minutes until golden & crisp on top.
  4. 4Toss onion, tomatoes, parsley, salt, pepper, sumac, & lemon juice in a bowl.
  5. 5Squeeze roasted garlic cloves into a bowl, mash, mix with yogurt, lemon juice, tahini, water & spices. On lavash/pita, add sauce, kefta, & salad. Roll tight. Crisp the wrap in a lightly oiled skillet.

Ingredients

  • 1.5-2 lbs lean ground beef
  • 8 whole garlic clove
  • 2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp allspice
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/3 cup fresh parsley
  • 1/3 cup fresh cilantro (optional)
  • 1 large yellow onion, grated and squeezed dry
  • 4 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 whole garlic head
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 large red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomato, quartered
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 2 tsp sumac
  • 1/2 lemon lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup greek yogurt
  • 1/2 lemon lemon juice
  • 3 tbsp tahini
  • 2 tbsp ice water
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper

Equipment

ovenfoilbowlsheet panknifepaper towel or cheeseclothskillet