Description
Soft, golden Lebanese spinach pies filled with a tangy, herb-packed spinach mixture, perfect as a snack or part of a mezze spread.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup warm water
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups fresh spinach, finely chopped
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon sumac
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, warm water, and olive oil to form a soft dough. Let it rest for 15 minutes.
- Prepare a baking tray by lining it with parchment paper.
- In another bowl, mix chopped spinach, onion, lemon juice, sumac, and black pepper. Squeeze out excess moisture.
- Roll out the dough and cut into small circles. Place a spoonful of filling in the center and fold into triangles, sealing the edges.
- Arrange the pies on the prepared tray.
- Bake for 20 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Make sure to drain the spinach well to avoid soggy dough.
- Do not overfill the pies for easier sealing.
- Fresh lemon juice enhances the flavor significantly.
- These pies can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Lebanese spinach pies, fatayer, spinach pastries, Middle Eastern appetizer, baked spinach pies