Description
Discover the perfect recipe for Lebanese Spinach Pies, also known as savory spinach triangles, that are delicious and easy to make.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh spinach, finely chopped
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 medium shallot, minced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon cardamom
- 1/4 cup sunflower seeds (optional)
- 1 package (1 pound) thawed puff pastry
- 1/4 cup melted ghee or olive oil for brushing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a skillet, warm the olive oil over medium heat and add the minced shallot, cooking until soft and fragrant, approximately 4 minutes.
- Incorporate the chopped spinach and cilantro, stirring until the greens are tender and vibrant, which should take about 3-5 minutes.
- Season the mixture with sea salt, black pepper, nutmeg, cardamom, and sunflower seeds if desired. Remove from heat and let the filling cool for a few minutes.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry and cut it into squares, roughly 4 inches on each side.
- Place a generous spoonful of the spinach mixture in the center of each square.
- Fold the pastry over to create a triangle shape, pressing the edges to seal securely.
- Brush the tops with melted ghee or olive oil to achieve a golden finish.
- Arrange the triangles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until they are puffed and golden brown.
- Enjoy these delightful savory bites warm.
Notes
- For an extra kick, consider adding a dash of cayenne pepper to the filling.
- Feel free to experiment with different herbs like dill or mint for a unique twist on flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Lebanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pie
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Lebanese Spinach Pies, savory spinach triangles