Small in size but big in flavour, these Tex-Mex bites will surely impress everyone.
Serves: 2
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients:
12 Fancy Pokket Mini Pitas (104 g)
1 tbsp (15 mL) vegetable oil
1 cup (250 mL) thinly sliced Spanish onion
1/2 cup (125 mL) each sliced red and yellow peppers
1 tbsp (15 mL) Tex-Mex seasoning blend
1 cup (250 mL) shredded mozzarella cheese
3/4 cup (175 mL) shredded iceberg lettuce
1/4 cup (60 mL) finely chopped cilantro
1/2 cup (125 mL) each prepared salsa and sour cream
Directions:
- Heat oil in cast iron or heavy-bottom skillet set over medium-high heat; sauté onion, peppers and Tex-Mex seasoning blend for about 10 minutes or until tender. Transfer mixture to bowl; let cool.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Using small knife, slice around edge of each pita to create pocket that can be filled. Line baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Toss mozzarella with peppers and onion mixture; spoon into each pita pocket.
- Bake for about 5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Immediately open pitas and stuff with lettuce and cilantro. Serve warm with salsa and sour cream for dipping.
Tip: Sauté peppers and onion with red chili flakes or jalapeño pepper for a spicy kick.