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Cold Yogurt Soup (Abdoogh Khiar)

Cold Yogurt Soup (Abdoogh Khiar)

5.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine yogurt, 2 teaspoons dried mint, and salt in a blender; purée with enough of the 2 cups water to create a smooth, thin soup. It will thicken somewhat when bread is added.
  2. 2 Divide cucumbers, ½ cup fresh mint, parsley, raisins, and walnuts among four bowls.
  3. 3 Divide yogurt mixture among four bowls.
  4. 4 Top with rose petals; add a few ice cubes to each bowl.
  5. 5 Tear bread into small pieces; add some to each bowl. Let bread soak before serving cold, 5 to 7 minutes.

By Shadi HasanzadeNemati

Fatoosh

Fatoosh

4.7

Prep
20 min
Cook
10 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Toast pitas 5 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, until crisp. Remove from the oven, and break into bite-sized pieces.
  3. 3 In a large bowl, toss together toasted pita pieces, romaine lettuce, green onions, cucumber, and tomatoes.
  4. 4 In a small bowl, mix parsley, garlic, sumac powder, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, and mint. Pour over pita mixture, and toss just before serving.

By Winna

Arabic Fattoush Salad

Arabic Fattoush Salad

4.7

Prep
25 min
Cook
5 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, fry pita pieces in hot oil until golden brown on both sides. Blot dry with paper towels and set aside.
  2. 2 Combine cucumber, tomatoes, parsley, mint, red onion, olive oil, lemon juice, sumac, garlic, kosher salt, and ground black pepper in a large serving bowl. Gently toss salad with fried pita pieces. Grate feta cheese on top using a small cheese grater to serve.

By Sonja Taha

Eggplant, Roasted Pepper and Chicken Pitas

Eggplant, Roasted Pepper and Chicken Pitas

4.8

Prep
30 min
Cook
15 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Sprinkle sliced eggplant with salt and allow to drain in a colander for 20 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat a grill for medium-high heat (see Cook's Note).
  2. 2 Pound chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap to a thickness of 1/4-inch. Dredge with flour, shake off excess, dip into beaten egg, then press into seasoned bread crumbs to coat.
  3. 3 Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook until golden brown. Set aside.
  4. 4 Wipe eggplant dry with a paper towel. If grilling, brush slices with remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil. Grill until tender and well marked.
  5. 5 Crush garlic with a mortar and pestle with a pinch of salt. Whisk together garlic, red wine vinegar, and extra-virgin olive oil. Slice grilled eggplant into strips and toss with roasted peppers and balsamic dressing; season to taste with salt and pepper.
  6. 6 To assemble, heat pita breads on the grill until hot and marked. Slice chicken into strips and place into warm pitas along with marinated eggplant and red peppers.

By marie

Vegetarian Kofta Pitas

Vegetarian Kofta Pitas

Prep
30 min
Cook
15 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  2. 2 Combine onion and cilantro in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until minced. Add ground beef substitute, paprika, Greek seasoning, cumin, cinnamon, cayenne, salt, and pepper; pulse until well combined. Form mixture into eight 4x2-inch patties.
  3. 3 Cook patties on the preheated grill until no longer pink in the center, 7 to 8 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).
  4. 4 Fill each pita half with shredded lettuce, diced tomato, diced onion, 1 tablespoon tzatziki, and a cooked patty.

By RyanC Miami

Lebanese Fattoush

Lebanese Fattoush

4.3

Prep
60 min
Cook
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Toss together the lettuce, cabbage, radish, cucumber, red bell pepper, carrot, corn, tomato, onion, garlic, parsley, mint, olive oil, pomegranate seeds, and pomegranate syrup in a large bowl.
  2. 2 Heat oil in a deep-fryer or saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Fry the pita breads until golden in color. Remove to cool on paper towels. Crush the bread into small pieces; sprinkle over the salad.

By 3azza

Chicken Shawarma

Chicken Shawarma

4.3

Prep
10 min
Cook
40 min
Total
290 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 To make the marinade: Combine malt vinegar, 1/4 cup yogurt, vegetable oil, mixed spice, cardamom, salt, and pepper together in a glass baking dish.
  3. 3 Add chicken thighs to the mixture and turn to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  4. 4 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). To make the tahini sauce: Combine tahini, 1/4 cup yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and parsley together in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper, taste, and adjust flavors if desired. Cover and refrigerate.
  5. 5 Cover the chicken and bake in the marinade for 30 minutes, turning once. Uncover, and cook for an additional 5 to 10 minutes, or until chicken is browned and cooked through.
  6. 6 Remove chicken from the dish, and cut into slices.
  7. 7 Place sliced chicken, tomato, onion, and lettuce onto pita breads. Roll up, and top with tahini sauce.

By Wendy

Lebanese Donair

Lebanese Donair

4.3

Prep
30 min
Cook
50 min
Total
320 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place sliced beef into a flat, oven-proof baking dish. Stir together tomatoes, vinegar, olive oil, lemon juice, allspice, garlic, cinnamon, black pepper, cardamom, and salt in a bowl until well blended. Pour over beef, turning slices to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours.
  2. 2 Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  3. 3 Uncover the baking dish and cook beef in the preheated oven until meat is no longer pink, about 50 minutes. Allow to cool slightly while you make salad and sauce.
  4. 4 Make salad: Stir together parsley, onion, olive oil, and lemon juice in a bowl until combined.
  5. 5 Make sauce: Mix together tahini, lemon juice, water, and garlic in a bowl until smooth. Season with salt.
  6. 6 Place pita bread rounds on serving plates. Spoon beef slices down the center of each pita. Top with salad, sauce, and tomatoes. Roll up the sides of pita bread around filling to serve.

By ROSE90

Grilled Tofu Sandwich

Grilled Tofu Sandwich

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the broiler of your oven.
  2. 2 Split pita bread rounds in half between the middle so that you have 4 round pieces. Spread mayonnaise on one half of each, and tahini on the other half. Place tomato slices onto mayonnaise halves, and sprinkle with a pinch of salt. Place 2 slices of tofu onto tahini halves, and sprinkle a few drops of soy sauce over. Place the open sandwiches on a large baking sheet.
  3. 3 Broil in the preheated oven until hot and bread is slightly toasted, about 4 minutes. Close the halves of each sandwich together, and cut into wedges to serve.

By Cindy

Warm Goat Cheese Sandwiches

Warm Goat Cheese Sandwiches

4.2

Prep
20 min
Cook
5 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Open the pita bread halves up into pockets. Spread goat cheese onto one side of the inside of each pita pocket. Spread a layer of pesto over the goat cheese. Sprinkle with sun-dried tomatoes. Place pita halves onto a baking sheet.
  3. 3 Bake for 3 to 5 minutes in the preheated oven, just until the filling is warm, and the bread is lightly toasted.

By Alesa

Mediterranean Potato Salad

Mediterranean Potato Salad

4.4

Prep
15 min
Cook
45 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and cook until tender but still firm, about 15 minutes. Drain, cool, and chop.
  2. 2 In a large bowl, combine potatoes, green peppers, cucumbers, red onion, and cheese.
  3. 3 Whisk together lemon juice, salad dressing, salt, and pepper. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Serve with pita bread wedges, if desired.

By hockeymom

Armenian Pizzas (Lahmahjoon)

Armenian Pizzas (Lahmahjoon)

4.5

Prep
20 min
Cook
30 min
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Season lamb with salt and pepper, and set aside.
  2. 2 Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion, garlic, and bell pepper and stir until just beginning to brown. Stir in the cumin, turmeric, paprika, and fenugreek.
  3. 3 Immediately add the ground lamb. Squeeze lemon wedge over lamb, and drop the peel into the mixture. Break up the meat and stir until it has browned. Remove lemon peel.
  4. 4 Stir in the tomatoes, ketchup, and parsley. Continue to simmer until most of the liquid has evaporated, 10 to 15 minutes. The mixture should be spreadable but not too wet or the pitas will become soggy.
  5. 5 Arrange pitas on a large baking sheet unless you are baking them directly on the oven rack. Spoon meat mixture onto pitas and smooth into an even layer to within 1/8 inch of the edge of the pita. Sprinkle feta cheese on the meat mixture.
  6. 6 Bake pitas until the edges are slightly crisp and meat is lightly browned but not dried out, about 10 to 20 minutes depending on whether pitas are on a baking sheet or on the oven rack. Squeeze lime lightly over the top, sprinkle with chopped mint and enjoy!

By PetitePea21

Individual Greek Pita Pizzas

Individual Greek Pita Pizzas

4.6

Prep
20 min
Cook
10 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. 2 Mix together lemon juice, garlic powder, oregano, and basil in a medium bowl; whisk in olive oil until dressing is well blended.
  3. 3 Brush about 1 tablespoon dressing over pita breads and arrange on a baking sheet; reserve remaining dressing.
  4. 4 Combine spinach, tomatoes, and olives in a large bowl. Pour remaining dressing over vegetables and toss to coat. Divide spinach mixture evenly over each pita; sprinkle with mozzarella and feta cheese.
  5. 5 Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and pitas are lightly toasted, about 8 minutes.

By Lela

Venison Gyros

Venison Gyros

4.7

Prep
15 min
Cook
50 min
Total
185 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Whisk olive oil, cumin, garlic, vinegar, oregano, marjoram, rosemary, salt, and pepper together in a large glass or ceramic bowl. Add venison strips and toss to evenly coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
  2. 2 Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches of 1/2 pound at a time, add venison and cook until browned on the outside and no longer pink on the inside, about 8 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).
  3. 3 Pile onto warmed pitas to serve.

By ChefStubb's

Marinated Chicken Pita Sandwich

Marinated Chicken Pita Sandwich

4.3

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
200 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine olive oil, lemon juice, salt, oregano, garlic powder, and pepper in a large resealable bag. Add chicken cubes, mix well, and allow to marinate in the refrigerator 3 hours or overnight.
  2. 2 Pour chicken and marinade into a frying pan over medium-high heat. Cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 10 to 15 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  3. 3 Stuff each half of pita pocket bread with chicken, onion, tomato, and yogurt; serve while still hot.

By DAVID SANDFORD

Donair

Donair

3.8

Prep
20 min
Cook
145 min
Total
195 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  2. 2 Prepare meatloaf: Mix together beef, bread crumbs, paprika, cayenne pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt in a large bowl until well combined. Press into an 8x8-inch baking dish.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until cooked through, about 2 hours. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of meatloaf should read at least 160 degrees F ( 72 degrees C.) Set aside until cool enough to slice, at least 30 minutes; the longer it cools, the easier it will be to slice.
  4. 4 Make sauce: Combine evaporated milk, sugar, and vinegar in a jar with a lid; shake well to blend. Set aside.
  5. 5 Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cut meatloaf into thin slices and fry in the hot skillet until browned on each side. Remove from the skillet and keep warm. Flick a little water onto the hot skillet and brown pita rounds on each side to soften.
  6. 6 Layer meatloaf slices, tomatoes, and onion down the center of each pita round. Drizzle with sauce. Fold pitas in half towards the center.

By SABMAN

Shrimp and Avocado Tzatziki Pockets

Shrimp and Avocado Tzatziki Pockets

4.8

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Cut cooked shrimp into small pieces and mix with avocado in a bowl. Set aside in the refrigerator.
  2. 2 Combine yogurt, cucumber, oil, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, dill, parsley, and pepper in a bowl and mix well. Chill for at least 30 minutes.
  3. 3 Mix shrimp and avocado in tzatziki dip gently. Divide mixture among pita pockets. Top with sliced almonds.

By A Day In the Kitchen

Chicken Caesar Pitas

Chicken Caesar Pitas

4.6

Prep
30 min
Cook
20 min
Total
60 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Place chicken in a saucepan with garlic powder, thyme, and rosemary; add water to cover. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat medium-low, cover, and simmer until chicken is tender and no longer pink in the center, about 15 minutes. Remove chicken, let cool, and cut into strips.
  3. 3 Meanwhile, place bread cubes on a baking sheet. Spray with butter spray; sprinkle with garlic salt and parsley.
  4. 4 Bake bread cubes in preheated oven for 5 minutes. Turn cubes; spray again with butter spray and sprinkle with garlic salt and parsley. Bake another 5 to 10 minutes until golden brown and crunchy. Remove croutons, and let cool.
  5. 5 Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly browned and crispy. Remove bacon from skillet, drain on paper towels and crumble.
  6. 6 Combine chicken, bacon, lettuce, and croutons in a large bowl. Toss with Caesar salad dressing and Parmesan cheese. Season to taste with salt and pepper and toss again. Spoon salad mixture into pita bread halves.

By Michelle

Beef Gyro

Beef Gyro

3.9

Prep
35 min
Cook
5 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Blend yogurt, cucumbers, 2 tablespoons olive oil, dill, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper in a blender until tzatziki sauce is evenly combined.
  2. 2 Heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir steak in the hot skillet until no longer pink, 5 to 10 minutes.
  3. 3 Layer 1/2 of each pita with steak, tomato, onion, feta cheese, lettuce, olives, and tzatziki sauce. Bring the edge of each pita over the filling and secure with a toothpick.

By jennifer_russell

Chicken Gyros

Chicken Gyros

5.0

Prep
40 min
Cook
20 min
Total
80 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Cut chicken into large cubes. Soak bamboo skewers in water.
  2. 2 Whisk lemon juice, olive oil, lemon zest, garlic, thyme, rosemary, oregano, salt, and pepper for marinade together in a large glass or ceramic bowl. Add chicken and toss to evenly coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes.
  3. 3 Mix yogurt, cucumber, garlic, olive oil, dill, vinegar, and salt for tzatziki together in a small bowl. Place in the refrigerator to marinate the flavors until chicken and vegetables are cooked.
  4. 4 Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line two baking sheets with foil.
  5. 5 Toss onion, bell pepper, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder for veggies together in a large bowl. Pour onto one of the prepared baking sheets.
  6. 6 Remove chicken from the marinade and shake off excess. Skewer chicken and place on the remaining baking sheet. Discard the remaining marinade.
  7. 7 Place chicken in the preheated oven on the middle rack, and veggies on the bottom rack. Bake for 15 minutes. Remove veggies. Turn on the broiler and broil chicken until browned, about 2 minutes. An instant-read thermometer should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  8. 8 Remove chicken from the oven. Pull off skewers and place in pitas. Top with cooked veggies, tzatziki, and Sriracha.

By jennelleikam

Shakshuka (Middle Eastern Baked Eggs)

Shakshuka (Middle Eastern Baked Eggs)

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
35 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chopped tomatoes and garlic, stirring occasionally, until liquid has cooked out of tomatoes. Carefully break eggs over tomatoes without breaking yolks. Lightly season with salt, reduce heat and cover.
  2. 2 Simmer covered for 20 minutes, or until yolks are fully cooked. Adjust seasoning with salt as needed. Serve with pita bread.

By Crystal Miller

Homemade Pita Chips

Homemade Pita Chips

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
25 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line two rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. 2 Mix oil, garlic salt, chervil, basil, and pepper together in a small bowl.
  3. 3 Cut each pita bread into 8 triangles using a sharp knife or pizza cutter.
  4. 4 Arrange some pita triangles in a single layer on each of the prepared baking sheets; brush with oil mixture. Not all will fit, so set remaining triangles aside.
  5. 5 Bake on two racks of the preheated oven until lightly browned and crispy, about 7 minutes, switching halfway through.
  6. 6 Transfer pita chips to a serving platter and repeat Steps 4 to 5 with remaining triangles and oil mixture.

By Dawn

Easy Lamb Gyros

Easy Lamb Gyros

Prep
30 min
Cook
120 min
Total
165 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C). Spray a large loaf pan with cooking spray.
  2. 2 Combine lamb, Greek seasoning, and egg in a bowl. Mix until ingredients are very well combined (overmixing is preferable here.) Firmly press mixture into the prepared loaf pan, making sure there are no air pockets under the meat. Cover with foil.
  3. 3 Cook in the preheated oven until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C), about 2 hours.
  4. 4 Remove from the oven and let rest, covered, until all the grease on top is absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes.
  5. 5 Remove meat from the pan and cut into thin slices.
  6. 6 Load meat into the center of warmed pitas. Top with lettuce, tomatoes, onion, and tzatziki sauce. Serve immediately.

By Brian Genest

Koula's Best Ever Chicken Gyros

Koula's Best Ever Chicken Gyros

4.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place the chicken strips side by side in a broiling pan. In a cup or small bowl, stir together the ketchup, olive oil, white wine vinegar, oregano, mustard powder and curry powder. Pour over the chicken. Allow the chicken to marinate while you preheat the oven's broiler.
  2. 2 Broil uncovered for 15 minutes with the meat about 6 inches from the heat. Just until the chicken is cooked through, but not browned. If left too long, it will turn stringy and dry.
  3. 3 Place hot chicken into pita pockets and spoon some of the juices from the pan over it. Top with salad greens and plain yogurt.

By ITSIE

Easy Shakshuka

Easy Shakshuka

4.4

Prep
10 min
Cook
35 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather the ingredients.
  2. 2 Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat. Stir in garlic, onion, and bell pepper; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the canned tomatoes, paprika, and jalapeños; stir, using the back of a spoon to break up the tomatoes. Simmer for about 25 minutes.
  3. 3 Crack an egg into a small bowl, then gently slip the egg into the tomato sauce. Repeat with remaining eggs.
  4. 4 Poach the eggs in the sauce until the whites are firm and the yolks have thickened but are not hard, 2 ½ to 3 minutes. If the tomato sauce gets dry, add a few tablespoons of water. Remove the poached eggs with a slotted spoon, place onto a warm plate, and serve with the tomato sauce and pita bread.
  5. 5 Enjoy!

By Lisa

Iskender Kebab

Iskender Kebab

4.5

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Arrange pita bread on a baking sheet.
  2. 2 Bake pitas in the preheated oven until lightly toasted; cut into bite-sized pieces and keep warm.
  3. 3 Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in chicken, onion, and garlic; cook until chicken is cooked through and juices run clear, about 10 minutes. Mix in tomato purée; season with cumin, salt, and pepper. Continue to cook and stir for a few minutes.
  4. 4 Arrange toasted pita pieces in a serving dish. Drizzle with melted butter and top with chicken mixture. Garnish with yogurt and parsley to serve.

By GATOULA

Hawawshi

Hawawshi

Prep
15 min
Cook
35 min
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  2. 2 Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Let cool slightly.
  3. 3 Mix cooked beef, tomatoes, onion, bell pepper, paprika, coriander, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper together in a large bowl until well combined. Stuff mixture inside of pita bread rounds.
  4. 4 Brush tops with corn oil and wrap each in aluminum foil. Place on a baking sheet.
  5. 5 Bake in the preheated oven until toasted and vegetables are softened, about 30 minutes.

By Gevans

Lebanese Fattoush (Bread Salad)

Lebanese Fattoush (Bread Salad)

4.7

Prep
20 min
Cook
5 min
Total
26 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place pita bread on a baking sheet.
  2. 2 Bake in the preheated oven until the bread is a light brown, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow to cool, 1 to 2 minutes. Break toasted bread into bite-size pieces.
  3. 3 Combine lettuce, radishes, cucumber, tomato, garlic, green onions, parsley, mint, and salt and pepper together in a bowl; toss until salad is well mixed.
  4. 4 Pour lemon juice, olive oil, and sumac into a salad dressing bottle with a lid; cover and shake until blended. Add dressing to salad and toss.
  5. 5 Garnish salad with toasted pita.

By cookie

Fattet Betenjan (Eggplant and Yogurt Salad)

Fattet Betenjan (Eggplant and Yogurt Salad)

Prep
20 min
Cook
25 min
Total
105 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Pour water and 2 tablespoons salt into a large bowl. Add cubed eggplant and let sit for 30 minutes. Drain and place on paper towel-lines plates until completely dry, about 30 more minutes.
  2. 2 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  3. 3 Chop pita bread into 1-inch cubes and place on a baking sheet.
  4. 4 Roast in the preheated oven, stirring occasionally, until golden, 8 to 10 minutes; do not burn. Remove from the oven and set aside.
  5. 5 Heat 1/2 inch oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Working in batches, fry eggplant until golden, about 6 minutes per batch. Remove to paper towel-lined plates to drain.
  6. 6 Meanwhile, combine yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Cover and refrigerate until needed.
  7. 7 Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a small frying pan. Add almonds and cook until fragrant, about 1 to 2 minutes. Continue to cook, stirring often, until nicely brown and toasted, 3 to 4 minutes longer. Remove from the heat.
  8. 8 Place lettuce on a serving platter. Layer with eggplant, chickpeas, and roasted pita bread. Pour yogurt mixture over top and sprinkle with toasted almonds. Serve at room temperature or cold.

By Lana daoud