Description
Greek Phyllo Meat Pie is a delightful culinary masterpiece that combines crispy layers of phyllo pastry with a savory filling of spiced meat and vegetables. Perfect for any occasion, this dish will impress your family and friends with its irresistible flavor and stunning presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground lamb or beef
- 8 sheets phyllo dough
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 2 large eggs
- 4 tbsp melted butter or olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions until translucent, then add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in the ground meat and cook until browned. Season with cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, pepper, and parsley.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly before mixing in beaten eggs to bind the filling.
- Brush a baking dish with melted butter or oil. Layer four sheets of phyllo dough in the dish, brushing each layer generously.
- Spoon the meat mixture onto the phyllo base evenly. Cover with another four sheets of phyllo, brushing again as you layer.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 75mg