Flatbread Dough
Ingredients:
- 500 g all-purpose flour
- 1/2 packet of yeast
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp vinegar
- Lukewarm water
- A few drops of olive oil for cooking each flatbread
Instructions:
- Sift the flour into a bowl, create a well in the center, and add the yeast, salt, vinegar, and sugar.
- Gradually add the water, kneading until the dough is soft and no longer sticky.
- Cover with a towel and let it rise for 1 hour.
- Divide the dough into 4-5 portions, depending on the size of flatbreads you prefer.
- Roll out each portion with your hands or a rolling pin and drizzle with a few drops of olive oil.
- Cook each flatbread in a non-stick pan for 3-4 minutes on each side.
- Keep them warm until you’re ready to use them to maintain their elasticity.
Ingredients for the Patties
- 500 g ground beef
- 4 slices stale bread, soaked and squeezed
- 2 tbsp parsley, finely chopped
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 egg
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Oregano, to taste
- 2 tbsp vinegar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Ingredients for the Potatoes
- 5 medium potatoes
- Olive oil for frying
Ingredients for Filling and Wrapping
- 1 medium fried potato per wrap
- 3-4 onion slices per wrap
- 3-4 tomato slices per wrap
- Arugula or lettuce leaves
- 1 tbsp yogurt or tzatziki
- Salt, to taste
- 1 bell pepper, sliced into rings
- Sweet paprika
- Parchment paper for wrapping
Instructions for the Patties
- Place the ground beef in a bowl, spread it slightly, and drizzle with vinegar.
- Add the remaining ingredients and knead well for about 10 minutes to ensure the flavors combine and the mixture becomes airy.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 2 hours to allow the herbs to release their aromas.
- Remove the bowl from the refrigerator, knead briefly, and shape the mixture into patties of your desired size.
- Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat without any additional fat.
- Cook the patties for 4-5 minutes on each side.
Instructions for the Potatoes
- Peel and wash the potatoes. Cut them into rectangular sticks for frying.
- Heat olive oil in a frying pan over high heat.
- Fry the potatoes until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Assembling the Souvlaki
- Cut pieces of parchment paper into rectangular shapes.
- Place a flatbread on each piece of parchment.
- Top each flatbread with fried potatoes, a patty, bell pepper slices, tomato slices, onion slices, arugula, yogurt, paprika, and salt.
- Fold the sides of the flatbread inward, gather the parchment edges, and wrap securely.
A Flavorful Greek Treat!
This Souvlaki with Beef Patties combines the tender juiciness of grilled meat, the crunch of fried potatoes, and the freshness of vegetables wrapped in a warm, homemade flatbread. Perfect for a quick, satisfying meal that carries a touch of Mediterranean sunshine with every bite. Enjoy!
