Best 11 Arayes Mini Meat Calzones Recipes

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Arayes mini meat calzones, known for their tantalizing taste and delightful combination of flavors, are a true culinary delight. Originating from the Middle East, these bite-sized bundles of joy have captured the hearts of food enthusiasts worldwide. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer or a satisfying main course, arayes mini meat calzones promise an unforgettable dining experience. So, gear up to embark on a culinary journey that will introduce you to the exceptional flavors of this beloved dish.

Let's cook with our recipes!

LEBANESE MEAT-STUFFED PITAS (ARAYES)



Lebanese Meat-Stuffed Pitas (Arayes) image

Christina Perozzi from beerforchicks.com suggests the Deschutes Black Butte Porter from Bend, Oregon. It looks dark, but it has a light and bright body, nutty and smoky flavors, and a dry finish that will work perfectly with this snack.

Provided by Aarti Sequeira

Time 45m

Yield 16 Arayes

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 large white onion, roughly chopped
2 cloves garlic, smashed
1/2 small bunch fresh parsley
1 pound ground beef
1 small tomato, diced finely
1/4 teaspoon garam masala
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
2 tablespoons lemon juice
Kosher salt
4 pieces pita (whole wheat or regular), cut into quarters
Extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • In a food processor, combine the onions, garlic, and parsley until finely minced. Remove to a large bowl and add in the beef, tomato, garam masala, pine nuts, and lemon juice. Season with salt. Mix with your hands until well combined.
  • Arrange the pita quarters on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Fill each quarter with about 2 tablespoons of the meat mixture, flattening it out so the filling is even. Brush each quarter on both sides with a little olive oil. Sprinkle salt on top.
  • Bake for 20 minutes, turning once halfway through. Pitas should be browned and crispy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111 calorie, Fat 5 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 18 milligrams, Sodium 135 milligrams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fiber 1.5 grams, Protein 48 grams, Sugar 1 grams

ARAYES (MINI MEAT CALZONES)



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A middle eastern dish, these are mini meat calzones. Serve these with hummus, arabic salad or pickles for mezze or starters. Please note, for baharat spice mix, you may go to Recipe #224763.

Provided by AaliyahsAaronsMum

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 45m

Yield 20 wedges, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

500 g ground lamb (minced)
1 large onion, finely chopped
1 small tomatoes, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baharat mixed spice, Baharat Spice Blend
1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
5 teaspoons lemon juice
50 g pine nuts, roasted
5 teaspoons olive oil
5 flat bread or 5 arabic bread

Steps:

  • Pre-heat oven to gas mark 4/350F/180°C.
  • In a large bowl, add in the minced lamb, with the chopped onion and tomato, crushed garlic, salt, spice mix, parsley, lemon juice and toasted pine nuts and mix well.
  • Cut bread into quarters.
  • Open up the quartered bread pieces and spread a heaped tablespoonful of meat mixture in a thin layer into one side of the bread and press down to close.
  • Brush both sides of the bread with oil.
  • Place on a baking tray and bake in the centre shelf of the oven for half an hour, turning once after 15 minutes.
  • Serve warm with hummus.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 515.4, Fat 43.6, SaturatedFat 14.2, Cholesterol 91.2, Sodium 666.5, Carbohydrate 8.3, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 3, Protein 23.5

PINWHEEL ITALIAN CALZONES



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From allrecipes.com: "Once you try these mini calzones, you may never go back to fixing the large ones again! These calzones come together in a snap, and are a great way to sneak a few veggies into your kid's diet. The best part is they are small so it makes it easy for little hands to pick up and eat. Plus they taste like pizza and there's even a dipping sauce!" Reviewers commented that sauteing the vegetables made everything even tastier, and one reviewer thought that substituting refrigerated pizza dough for the crescent dough would be an even better bet. Either way, these calzones sound great!

Provided by CorriePDX

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup ricotta cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup chopped pepperoni
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh mushrooms
1/4 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
2 tablespoons finely chopped onions
1 (8 ounce) can crescent roll dough
1 (14 ounce) jar pizza sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, stir together the ricotta cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, mushrooms, green pepper and onion. Set aside.
  • Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate into 4 rectangles. Press the remaining perforations together to seal. Spread the filling evenly onto the rectangles. Roll up the filling inside the dough starting at the short side. Slice each finished roll into four slices, and place cut side down onto a baking sheet.
  • Bake for 10 to 12 minutes in the preheated oven, until lightly browned. While the pinwheels are baking, warm the pizza sauce. Serve the pinwheels with pizza sauce in small cups for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 493.7, Fat 26, SaturatedFat 11, Cholesterol 93, Sodium 1262.6, Carbohydrate 40.7, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 5, Protein 23.1

CHICKEN BACON RANCH MINI CALZONES RECIPE BY TASTY



Chicken Bacon Ranch Mini Calzones Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: rotisserie chicken, ranch packet, red onion, bacon, mozzarella cheese, cheddar cheese, egg, water

Provided by Pierce Abernathy

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ rotisserie chicken, shredded
1 ranch packet
1 red onion, thinly sliced
½ cup bacon, cooked and chopped
4 slices mozzarella cheese, cut in half
cheddar cheese, for topping
1 egg
1 tablespoon water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400˚F (200˚C).
  • Cut pizza dough into 8 sections on a floured surface.
  • With one section, roll out dough until flat and circular.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together the chicken, ranch packet, red onion, and bacon.
  • Place a slice of mozzarella on the rolled out dough. Top with 2-3 tablespoons of the chicken mixture.
  • Fold one side of dough up and over ingredients, and seal calzone by crimping the edges together.
  • Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Apply egg wash to outside of calzone and sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
  • Bake calzones at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187 calories, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 15 grams, Sugar 1 gram

CLASSIC MEAT LOVER'S CALZONES RECIPE BY TASTY



Classic Meat Lover's Calzones Recipe by Tasty image

Making a calzone from scratch might seem intimidating but this meat lover's calzone recipe makes it easy. Have fun kneading the dough, rolling it out, and stuffing it with a delicious sausage filling. If you aren't sharing these, freeze them and reheat later for a quick lunch or dinner.

Provided by Katie Aubin

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h40m

Yield 4 serving

Number Of Ingredients 14

¾ cup warm water
1 ½ teaspoons instant yeast, (1/2 packet)
2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 links Italian sausage, casings removed and sausage crumbled
½ yellow onion, diced
½ teaspoon kosher salt, plus a pinch
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ cup marinara sauce, plus more for dipping
8 slices deli ham
20 slices pepperoni
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 large egg

Steps:

  • Make the dough: In a medium bowl, combine the warm water, yeast, flour, and salt. Mix with a rubber spatula until well-combined and the dough comes together into a ball.
  • Lightly flour a clean surface, then turn the dough out and knead for 1-2 minutes to smooth and encourage gluten development. Shape the dough into a ball.
  • Drizzle the olive oil in a clean large bowl. Add the dough ball and turn to coat in the oil. Cover with a kitchen towel and let rise for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  • Preheat the oven to 425˚F (220˚C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • While the dough is rising, make the filling: Add the sausage to a medium nonstick pan over medium heat and cook until no longer pink, 5-6 minutes. Add the onion, salt, and pepper and continue to cook until the sausage is browned, about 5 minutes more. Remove from the heat and let cool.
  • After the dough has risen, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Divide the dough into 4 portions, then roll each into and round about ¼-inch (½ cm) thick.
  • Spread ¼ of the sauce over one half of each dough round, leaving a ½-inch (1 cm) border along the edge. Top each one with 2 slices of ham, 5 pepperoni, ¼ of the sausage and onion mixture, and ¼ cup (25 G) of mozzarella cheese.
  • Lightly beat the egg with a pinch of salt. Brush the egg wash on the border of the dough, fold the other half over, and press the edges together. Starting from one corner, fold the dough over itself in a twist. Tuck the other corner underneath. Transfer the calzones to the prepared baking sheet. Brush lightly with egg wash and score the tops with a knife to allow steam to escape.
  • Bake for 15-17 minutes, until golden brown. Let cool for 5 minutes.
  • Serve the calzones with marinara sauce for dipping, if desired.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 619 calories, Carbohydrate 61 grams, Fat 28 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 27 grams, Sugar 3 grams

MINI CALZONES



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Sponsored by Classico® Pasta Sauce. These little pockets of pizza are perfect finger food. Enjoy them as an appetizer before an Italian feast, or as an easy weeknight meal the whole family will love--just add a hearty salad. A few shortcut ingredients in the recipe, including store-bought garlicky tomato sauce, save you time without skimping on flavor.

Provided by Elena Besser

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 8 mini calzones

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup semolina flour or cornmeal
All-purpose flour, for dusting
1 pound store-bought pizza dough, thawed if frozen and at room temperature
1 large egg
1/2 cup shredded Italian cheese blend
1/2 cup ricotta
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
4 scallions, thinly sliced
2 teaspoons garlic powder
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
24 thin slices pepperoni (about 2 ounces)
2 cups roasted garlic tomato sauce, such as Classico® Roasted Garlic Pasta Sauce

Steps:

  • Position a rack in the middle of the oven and preheat to 450 degrees F. Sprinkle a baking sheet with the semolina and set aside.
  • Lightly flour a work surface and roll the dough into a round that is about 12 inches wide and 1/2 inch thick. Cut out 8 rounds with a 3 1/2- to 4-inch biscuit cutter or drinking glass. Dust with flour and cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap.
  • Beat the egg with 1 tablespoon water in a small bowl. Set aside.
  • Combine the cheese blend, ricotta, 1/4 cup Parmesan, scallions and garlic powder in a medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Place 3 slices of the pepperoni on one half of each round of dough, leaving a 1/4-inch border around the edges. Top each round with 2 tablespoons of the cheese mixture.
  • Brush the egg wash around the edges of one dough round using your finger or a pastry brush. Gently fold the dough over the filling to enclose and crimp the edges with a fork to seal. Repeat with the remaining dough rounds.
  • Brush the tops of the calzones with the egg wash and sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan.
  • Place the calzones on the prepared baking sheet and bake on the middle rack until golden, 14 to 16 minutes, rotating the sheet halfway through for even baking.
  • While the calzones bake, heat the tomato sauce in a medium saucepan over medium heat until bubbling, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl. Place the calzones on a platter with the sauce and serve immediately.

ARABIC SALAD



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This is the standard Palestinian salad -- they eat it with just about anything but especially to accompany and give colour to rice dishes -- it might take a little getting used to, but you'll get used to it!

Provided by baraahnz

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 small English seedless cucumbers
4 medium tomatoes
1/2 cup finely chopped parsley
1 small finely diced onion (optional)
1 teaspoon salt
1 medium lemon, juice of
1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)

Steps:

  • Dice cucumber and tomatoes.
  • Place in bowl.
  • Add parsley and onion.
  • Just before serving, add the salt, lemon and olive oil and combine all ingredients.
  • Serve in small bowls to accompany rice dishes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 72.6, Fat 0.7, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 597.9, Carbohydrate 17, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 8.6, Protein 3.3

MINI CALZONES



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Categories     Sauce     Side     Bake     Sausage     Pastry

Yield makes 16 calzones; 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
8 ounces Italian-style turkey sausage
1 cup tightly packed arugula (about 1 ounce)
4 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
1/3 cup plus 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 (13.5-ounce) tube of refrigerated pizza dough
All-purpose flour, for rolling the dough
1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
1 1/2 cups marinara sauce, store-bought or homemade (page 144)

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil over medium-high heat in a medium-size, heavy skillet. Add the sausage and cook until crumbled and golden, about 5 minutes. Add the arugula and cook until wilted. Turn off the heat and let cool for about 10 minutes. Add the cream cheese, 1/3 cup of the Parmesan, the salt, and the pepper and stir to combine. Set aside.
  • Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to a thin 20 by 12-inch rectangle. Cut the rectangle in half lengthwise, then cut each half into 8 equal rectangles.
  • Spoon some of the topping onto 1 side of each rectangle. Using a pastry brush, brush the edges of the rectangle with egg wash. Close the rectangle of pizza dough over the topping. Use a fork to seal and crimp the edges. Place the calzones on the prepared baking sheet and brush the top of each with egg wash. Sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 cup of Parmesan. Bake until golden, 15 to 17 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat the marinara sauce over low heat in a medium saucepan. Serve the hot calzones with the marinara sauce alongside for dipping.

MINI CHEESE CALZONES



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Very easy recipe to prepare with kiddos. Nothing like the happy gleam in their eye when you compliment their excellent cooking skills.

Provided by Sandy in Oklahoma

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 22m

Yield 12 calzones, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

6 (1 ounce) packages mozzarella string cheese
1 (11 ounce) package refrigerated breadstick dough
1 cup jarred marinara sauce or 1 cup pizza sauce, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  • Unwrap the string cheese sticks and cut them in half crosswise. Open or unroll the bread-stick dough and separate it into 12 rectangles. Coil a rectangle of bread-stick dough around a piece of cheese stick as if you were wrapping it with yarn. Completely cover the cheese, tucking the dough ends under and pinching them to seal closed. Repeat with the remaining dough and cheese. Place the dough-covered cheese on an ungreased baking sheet.
  • Bake the mini calzones until they are golden brown, about 12 minutes. Remove them from the baking sheet and serve at once with a bowl of marinara or pizza sauce for dunking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109.4, Fat 5.7, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 19, Sodium 351.4, Carbohydrate 6.7, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 4.1, Protein 7.7

HAWAIIAN MINI CALZONES RECIPE BY TASTY



Hawaiian Mini Calzones Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: pizza dough, ham, swiss cheese, pineapple, ricotta cheese, green onion, poppy seed, egg, water

Provided by Pierce Abernathy

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

16 oz pizza dough
8 slices ham
4 slices swiss cheese, cut in half
8 slices pineapple
8 tablespoons ricotta cheese
4 tablespoons green onion
poppy seed, for topping
1 egg
1 tablespoon water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400˚F (200˚C).
  • Cut pizza dough into 8 sections on a floured surface.
  • With one section, roll out dough until flat and circular.
  • Layer ham, swiss, pineapple, 1 tablespoon ricotta, and ½ tablespoon green onion.
  • Fold one side of dough up and over ingredients, and seal calzone by crimping the edges together.
  • Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Apply egg wash to outside of calzone and sprinkle with poppy seeds.
  • Bake calzones at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 calories, Carbohydrate 32 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 6 grams

INDONESIAN PERKEDEL



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There are many kind of methods to cook Perkedel (Indonesian mini meat patties), but this is the best I found... Hope you like it. If you dislike the taste of fried shallot please reduce the amount of shallots you use in the cooking.

Provided by Chef Pau Cen

Categories     Potato

Time 40m

Yield 20 patties, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 kg shallot, peel off the skin and slice thinly
8 yellow potatoes, peel off the skin, slice thinly
2 tablespoons nutmeg (powder)
2 eggs, separate the yolk
300 g minced beef
1 cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon salt
1 pinch pepper

Steps:

  • Fry sliced shallots until it turns a bit brown, then set aside to cool.
  • Saute sliced potatoes until it turns soft, and then mash them in a bowl.
  • Mix together the mashed potato with fried shallots, salt, pepper, nutmeg powder, minced beef and egg yolks and shape into palm-sized, flat round patties.
  • Heat oil in a frying pan, enough to cover the patties.
  • Dip patty into egg white and then cook the patties (in batches if necessary) over a medium heat for about 5min each side.
  • Serve with warm steamed rice or with steamed vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 724.3, Fat 46.7, SaturatedFat 8.8, Cholesterol 104.5, Sodium 1246.5, Carbohydrate 59.9, Fiber 7.3, Sugar 4.1, Protein 18.4

Tips:

  • For the best results, use a high-quality pita bread that is fresh and soft.
  • To make sure the arayes are cooked evenly, grill them over medium heat.
  • If you don't have a grill, you can also cook the arayes in a skillet over medium heat.
  • To add extra flavor, brush the arayes with olive oil before grilling.
  • Serve the arayes hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Arayes are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for parties or potlucks, and they can also be made ahead of time and reheated. With their combination of flavorful ground beef, melted cheese, and crispy pita bread, arayes are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. .

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