Description
Greek Phyllo Meat Pie is a delightful dish featuring layers of flaky phyllo dough enveloping a savory filling of spiced ground meat, fresh herbs, and creamy feta cheese. This comforting pie evokes memories of family gatherings and festive occasions, making it a perfect centerpiece for your dinner table. Easy to prepare yet impressive enough for guests, this recipe is sure to become a beloved favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or lamb
- 8 oz phyllo dough (thawed)
- 1 large onion (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups fresh spinach (sautéed)
- 6 oz feta cheese (crumbled)
- 2 tbsp fresh dill (chopped)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup butter or olive oil (melted)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until translucent.
- Add ground meat; cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula.
- Stir in sautéed spinach, feta, dill, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Lay out phyllo sheets on a clean surface; brush each layer with melted butter or olive oil.
- In a greased baking dish, place half the phyllo sheets at the bottom. Spread the meat mixture evenly on top.
- Cover with remaining phyllo sheets, brushing each again with butter or oil.
- Tuck edges neatly and bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (140g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 80mg