Hummus and Spicy Lamb Pitas

Combine hummus ingredients in food process and process smooth. Place hummus in a bowl and make a well in the center.

For lamb, heat oil and saute onion with spices until onion is tender. Add lamb and cook and stir until lamb is browned. Remove lamb mixture with slotted spoon (letting any fat drain off) and place lamb into well of hummus mixture.

Sprinkle everything with the parsley and smoked paprika. Serve along with fresh pita.

cook's notes

This recipe has some intriguing flavors but one can substitute ground beef or ground turkey also. I especially like the texture and flavors of the lamb and hummus together. I'd serve a lettuce, tomato, cucumber, onion salad along with this.

Smoked paprika has an entirely different taste than regular paprika. You must try it to understand. This paprika may be found at gourmet grocers etc. However you can use the regular paprika also.