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Lebanese Arayes: The irresistible culinary delight you can't resist Recipe

Absolutely! Ground lamb is a traditional and flavorful alternative to ground beef in this recipe. Adjust the cooking time accordingly.
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup tahini (sesame paste)
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 6 oz Greek yogurt
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • Pinch of kosher salt
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Method
 

  1. In a small mixing bowl, combine the tahini, fresh lemon juice, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, kosher salt, black pepper, fresh cilantro, and olive oil.
  2. Mix the ingredients until well combined. If the sauce is too thick, you can adjust the consistency by adding a little water until it reaches your desired thickness.
  3. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed. You can add more lemon juice, salt, or pepper according to your preference.
  4. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the tahini sauce until you're ready to serve the Arayes.
  5. This tahini sauce adds a creamy and tangy element to complement the savory flavors of the Arayes. Feel free to customize the sauce based on your taste preferences.
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