We’re rocking with Moroccan flavours in the kitchen today, Chef. A toasted pita pocket smeared with tzatziki enfolds Moroccan-spiced beef mince, a homemade apricot relish featuring sweet apricot jam and tart dried apricots with zesty lemon juice, and a mint, carrot & cucumber salad for freshness.
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RELISH
Place a pan over medium heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the Onion until soft and caramelised, 8-10 minutes (shifting occasionally). Add a knob of butter, the apricot jam, and ½ the lemon juice. Mix to combine and simmer until slightly thickened, 1-2 minutes. Remove from the pan, add the apricots, and season.
MINCE
Return the pan, wiped down, to medium heat with a drizzle of oil. Add the mince and work quickly to break it up as it starts to cook. Fry until browned, 3-4 [4-5]|#7DA0D7 minutes (shifting occasionally). Add the NOMU rub and the Garlic, and fry until fragrant, 1-2 minutes.
TOAST
Place a clean pan over medium heat. When hot, toast the pita until heated through, 30-60 seconds per side. Alternatively, place it on a plate and heat up in the microwave, 30-60 seconds. Cut in half to form a pocket.
Carrot SALAD
In a salad bowl, combine the Carrot, the Cucumber, the mint, the remaining lemon juice, and seasoning.
TIME TO EAT
Smear the pita pockets with the Tzatziki and fill with the flavourful mince, the apricot relish, and the carrot salad. Serve any remaining filling on the side. Enjoy, Chef!
RELISH
Place a pan over medium heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the Onion until soft and caramelised, 8-10 minutes (shifting occasionally). Add a knob of butter, the apricot jam, and ½ the lemon juice. Mix to combine and simmer until slightly thickened, 1-2 minutes. Remove from the pan, add the apricots, and season.
MINCE
Return the pan, wiped down, to medium heat with a drizzle of oil. Add the mince and work quickly to break it up as it starts to cook. Fry until browned, 3-4 [4-5]|#7DA0D7 minutes (shifting occasionally). Add the NOMU rub and the Garlic, and fry until fragrant, 1-2 minutes.
TOAST
Place a clean pan over medium heat. When hot, toast the pita until heated through, 30-60 seconds per side. Alternatively, place it on a plate and heat up in the microwave, 30-60 seconds. Cut in half to form a pocket.
Carrot SALAD
In a salad bowl, combine the Carrot, the Cucumber, the mint, the remaining lemon juice, and seasoning.
TIME TO EAT
Smear the pita pockets with the Tzatziki and fill with the flavourful mince, the apricot relish, and the carrot salad. Serve any remaining filling on the side. Enjoy, Chef!
RELISH
Place a pan over medium heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the Onion until soft and caramelised, 10-12 minutes (shifting occasionally). Add a knob of butter, the apricot jam, and ½ the lemon juice. Mix to combine and simmer until slightly thickened, 1-2 minutes. Remove from the pan, add the apricots, and season.
MINCE
Return the pan, wiped down, to medium heat with a drizzle of oil. Add the mince and work quickly to break it up as it starts to cook. Fry until browned, 4-5 [5-6]|#7DA0D7 minutes (shifting occasionally). Add the NOMU rub and the Garlic, and fry until fragrant, 1-2 minutes.
TOAST
Place a clean pan over medium heat. When hot, toast the pita until heated through, 30-60 seconds per side. Alternatively, place it on a plate and heat up in the microwave, 30-60 seconds. Cut in half to form a pocket.
Carrot SALAD
In a salad bowl, combine the Carrot, the Cucumber, the mint, the remaining lemon juice, and seasoning.
TIME TO EAT
Smear the pita pockets with the Tzatziki and fill with the flavourful mince, the apricot relish, and the carrot salad. Serve any remaining filling on the side. Enjoy, Chef!
RELISH
Place a pan over medium heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the Onion until soft and caramelised, 10-12 minutes (shifting occasionally). Add a knob of butter, the apricot jam, and ½ the lemon juice. Mix to combine and simmer until slightly thickened, 1-2 minutes. Remove from the pan, add the apricots, and season.
MINCE
Return the pan, wiped down, to medium heat with a drizzle of oil. Add the mince and work quickly to break it up as it starts to cook. Fry until browned, 4-5 [5-6]|#7DA0D7 minutes (shifting occasionally). Add the NOMU rub and the Garlic, and fry until fragrant, 1-2 minutes.
TOAST
Place a clean pan over medium heat. When hot, toast the pita until heated through, 30-60 seconds per side. Alternatively, place it on a plate and heat up in the microwave, 30-60 seconds. Cut in half to form a pocket.
Carrot SALAD
In a salad bowl, combine the Carrot, the Cucumber, the mint, the remaining lemon juice, and seasoning.
TIME TO EAT
Smear the pita pockets with the Tzatziki and fill with the flavourful mince, the apricot relish, and the carrot salad. Serve any remaining filling on the side. Enjoy, Chef!
Budget
What this meal costs at Woolies.
Estimated Woolies cost
R254.92
for 4 servings · R63.73 per serving
Pro-rated from each product's pack size. Effectively used; not the full pack price.
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Fresh Mint needs 10 gFresh Mint 20 g 20 g at R14.99 · 50% of packR7.50
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Carrot needs 240 gBulk Large Carrots 3 kg 3 kg at R45.00 · 8% of packR3.60
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Garlic Cloves needs 2Baby Potatoes with Garlic & Herb Butter 350 g R22.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R22.99
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Apricot Jam needs 60 mlSmooth Apricot Jam 450 g R37.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R37.99
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Pita Breads needs 4Wholewheat Pita Breads 6 pk R42.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R42.99
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Cucumber needs 200 gMini Cucumbers 350 g 350 g at R31.99 · 57% of packR18.28
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Beef Mince needs 600 gRegular Beef Mince 1 kg 1 kg at R149.99 · 60% of packR89.99
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Tzatziki needs 200 mlTzatziki Seasoning 15 g R20.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R20.99
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Onions needs 2Cheese and Onion Rings and Balls Maize Snack 25 g R6.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R6.99
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Lemon Juice needs 60 mlLemon Juice 500 ml 500 ml at R29.99 · 12% of packR3.60
Not in the Woolies basket — source these elsewhere:
- NOMU Moroccan Rub
- Dried Apricots
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the preparation time for Apricot & Beef Pitas?
The preparation time for Apricot & Beef Pitas with tzatziki & fresh mint is between 25 and 30 minutes.
What is the total time required to make Apricot & Beef Pitas with tzatziki & fresh mint?
The total time required to make Apricot & Beef Pitas with tzatziki & fresh mint is between 30 and 35 minutes.
How many servings does Apricot & Beef Pitas provide?
4 servings
What are the main ingredients in Apricot & Beef Pitas?
Apricot Jam, Beef, Beef Mince, Carrot, Cucumber, Dried Apricot, Fresh Mint, Garlic, Lemon Juice, NOMU Moroccan Rub, Onion, Pita Bread, Tzatziki
What is the nutritional information of Apricot & Beef Pitas?
Calories: 932, Carbs: 112.3 grams, Fat: grams, Protein: 43.7 grams, Sugar: 36.9 grams, Salt: 1409 grams
How do I prepare Apricot & Beef Pitas?
TIME TO EAT: Smear the pita pockets with the tzatziki and fill with the flavourful mince, the apricot relish, and the carrot salad. Serve any remaining filling on the side. Enjoy, Chef! CARROT SALAD: In a salad bowl, combine the carrot, the cucumber, the mint, the remaining lemon juice, and seasoning. TOAST: Place a clean pan over medium heat. When hot, toast the pita until heated through, 30-60 seconds per side. Alternatively, place it on a plate and heat up in the microwave, 30-60 seconds. Cut in half to form a pocket. MINCE: Return the pan, wiped down, to medium heat with a drizzle of oil. Add the mince and work quickly to break it up as it starts to cook. Fry until browned, 3-4 [4-5]|#7DA0D7 minutes (shifting occasionally). Add the NOMU rub and the garlic, and fry until fragrant, 1-2 minutes. RELISH: Place a pan over medium heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the onion until soft and caramelised, 8-10 minutes (shifting occasionally). Add a knob of butter, the apricot jam, and ½ the lemon juice. Mix to combine and simmer until slightly thickened, 1-2 minutes. Remove from the pan, add the apricots, and season.
What should be prepared from my kitchen to make Apricot & Beef Pitas?
Apricot Jam, Beef, Beef Mince, Carrot, Cucumber, Dried Apricot, Fresh Mint, Garlic, Lemon Juice, NOMU Moroccan Rub, Onion, Pita Bread, Tzatziki
How many calories does Apricot & Beef Pitas have?
932 calories
How much fat content does Apricot & Beef Pitas have?
grams