Description
A flaky, golden phyllo pastry filled with savory ground lamb or beef, aromatic spices, and fresh herbs, perfect for family dinners or special gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground lamb or beef
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
- 10 sheets phyllo pastry
- 1/2 cup melted butter (for brushing)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Sesame seeds (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until translucent.
- Add ground meat and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula.
- Add oregano, cinnamon, salt, and pepper, mixing well, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Remove from heat. In a bowl, combine the cooked meat mixture with beaten eggs, parsley, and feta cheese if using, and mix well.
- Take one sheet of phyllo pastry, place it on a clean surface, and brush lightly with melted butter. Repeat this for a total of 5 layers.
- Spoon the meat filling onto the center of the layered phyllo, shaping into a rectangle, leaving space on the edges.
- Fold the edges over the filling, then roll the pastry from one end to the other to form a log.
- Place the pie seam-side down on a baking sheet, brush the top with remaining butter, and sprinkle sesame seeds if desired.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
Notes
Consider using lean ground turkey or chicken for a healthier option. You can also add finely diced vegetables for added nutrition.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg