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Mediterranean Ground Beef And Yogurt Platter

A simple Mediterranean platter of seasoned ground beef served with a tangy labneh yogurt dip and warm pita.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
  • 2 medium carrots diced to 1/2–1 inch pieces
  • 1/2 onion diced to 1/2–1 inch pieces
  • 1/2 red bell pepper diced to 1/2–1 inch pieces
  • 1 tbsp garlic minced (for beef)
  • 1/4 tsp oregano dried
  • 1/4 tsp parsley dried
  • 1/4 tsp salt for beef
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper ground
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for garlic oil (dip)
  • 1 tbsp garlic minced (for dip)
  • 16 oz labneh yogurt aka labne; can substitute Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 tsp salt for dip
  • 1 tbsp dill fresh, chopped
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for serving (optional)
  • 2 pieces pita bread for serving, sliced and warmed or toasted (optional)
  • 1 tbsp parsley fresh, chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • large deep skillet or sauté pan
  • Small skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Serving Bowl

Method
 

  1. Heat a large, 3–4 inch deep skillet over medium-high heat and add 1/2 tbsp olive oil.
  2. Add the ground beef and break it into small pieces with a spatula, about spoon-sized pieces.
  3. Add diced carrots, diced onion, diced red bell pepper, 1 tbsp minced garlic, 1/4 tsp dried oregano, 1/4 tsp dried parsley, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp ground black pepper; stir to combine.
  4. Cook, stirring and breaking up the beef regularly every 30–60 seconds, until the beef is thoroughly browned and vegetables are tender, about 10–15 minutes; if the mixture becomes too dry, add 2 tbsp tomato sauce, broth, or water to moisten.
  5. Meanwhile, heat a small skillet over medium heat and add 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 tbsp minced garlic; cook, stirring, until the garlic is fragrant and translucent about 1–2 minutes, then remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  6. Transfer the garlic and oil to a mixing bowl, add 16 oz labneh, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill; fold with a spatula until combined.
  7. Transfer the ground beef mixture to a serving bowl or individual bowls. Spread or dollop the labneh beside the beef, drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil if desired, and sprinkle 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley on top.
  8. Warm pita: toast, air-fry, or cook in a frying pan with about 1 tbsp butter or olive oil per pita for 1–2 minutes per side until lightly browned; serve with the platter.

Notes

  • Recipe source: https://sipbitego.com/mediterranean-ground-beef-labneh