Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of the Middle East with Jiddo's Fatayer Sabanegh, a delightful spinach-filled pastry that encapsulates the vibrant flavors and rich heritage of Levantine cuisine. Discover the intricacies of this beloved dish, from the crispy, golden phyllo pastry to the aromatic spinach filling bursting with fresh herbs and spices. In this definitive guide, we present a collection of Fatayer Sabanegh recipes catering to diverse dietary preferences, including a classic meat-filled version, a vegan delight, and a gluten-free alternative. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, our step-by-step instructions and insightful tips will guide you through the process of creating this mouthwatering treat.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
SPINACH TRIANGLES (FATAYER SABANEGH)
A Middle Eastern recipe inherited from my mother-in-law. These triangles won't even have time to cool down before they are gobbled up. Even my kids love 'em!!
Provided by Lucy Mirabella Nino
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Wraps and Rolls
Time 1h15m
Yield 15
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place the chopped spinach in a bowl with a pinch of salt, and stir the spinach and salt for about 1 minute until the spinach begins to wilt and release its juice.
- In a separate bowl, combine the chopped onion with a pinch of salt, and stir for about 1 minute to wilt the onion. Add the wilted spinach, olive oil, sumac, pine nuts, lemon juice, and pepper, and stir to combine. Let the stuffing mixture rest for 5 minutes, and then drain off the liquid.
- Melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat, and set aside.
- Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Place a phyllo sheet onto a flat surface, and brush it lightly with melted butter. Place a second sheet on top of the first sheet, and brush with melted butter. Cut each stack of 2 buttered sheets into 5 strips about 3 1/2 inches wide by 13 inches long. Cover strips waiting to be filled with a damp cloth while you fill and roll the triangles.
- To fold a triangle, place a tablespoon of filling centered at the top end of a phyllo dough strip, and fold the right corner across and down, to make a pointed, filled dough pocket at the top of the strip. Fold the pocket down one more turn, like folding a flag, to make a triangle shape. Continue to fold the triangle down and across the dough strip until you reach the end of the strip and you have a compact, filled triangle of dough. Repeat with the remaining filling and phyllo dough.
- Place the filled triangles onto the prepared baking sheets, and brush them with butter. Working in batches if necessary, bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes per batch, until the triangles are golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 232.5 calories, Carbohydrate 18.4 g, Cholesterol 32.5 mg, Fat 16.5 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 242.9 mg, Sugar 0.9 g
JIDDO'S FATAYER SABANEGH (SPINACH TRIANGLES)
These delicious, lemony spinach pies are perfect as maza (appetizers), or serve them with other Middle Eastern dishes.
Provided by MissChefBaker
Categories Appetizers and Snacks
Time 1h45m
Yield 15
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a small bowl, stir together yeast, sugar and hot water; set aside until bubbles form on the yeast's surface. Stir in salt and olive oil. Place flour in a large bowl, then stir in yeast mixture and bring mixture together to form a soft dough. Working on a lightly floured surface, use your hands to knead the dough until it's satiny smooth and soft, about 15 minutes. Cover dough with a clean towel and set aside to rest.
- Coarsely chop the spinach. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil and add spinach. Cook spinach 2 minutes, or just until wilted; drain very well and return to the pot. Add onions, lemon juice, garlic, basil, mint, and garlic salt. Cook and stir spinach mixture 2 minutes more to blend the flavors.
- Place a pizza stone in the oven and preheat to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Meanwhile, cut the dough into golf-ball size pieces and roll into 5-inch diameter disks about 1/4-inch thick. Place 1 tablespoon of spinach filling in the middle of each disk. Be sure to stir the spinach mixture frequently so the juice doesn't separate. Fold up three sides of the disk to make a triangle, leaving a small hole in the center to release steam while baking.
- Bake 10 to15 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove and cool on racks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 131 calories, Carbohydrate 23.9 g, Fat 2.6 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 397.8 mg, Sugar 1.8 g
JIDDO'S FATAYER SABANEGH (SPINACH TRIANGLES)
These delicious, lemony spinach pies are perfect as maza (appetizers), or serve them with other Middle Eastern dishes.
Provided by MissChefBaker
Categories Appetizers and Snacks
Time 1h45m
Yield 15
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a small bowl, stir together yeast, sugar and hot water; set aside until bubbles form on the yeast's surface. Stir in salt and olive oil. Place flour in a large bowl, then stir in yeast mixture and bring mixture together to form a soft dough. Working on a lightly floured surface, use your hands to knead the dough until it's satiny smooth and soft, about 15 minutes. Cover dough with a clean towel and set aside to rest.
- Coarsely chop the spinach. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil and add spinach. Cook spinach 2 minutes, or just until wilted; drain very well and return to the pot. Add onions, lemon juice, garlic, basil, mint, and garlic salt. Cook and stir spinach mixture 2 minutes more to blend the flavors.
- Place a pizza stone in the oven and preheat to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Meanwhile, cut the dough into golf-ball size pieces and roll into 5-inch diameter disks about 1/4-inch thick. Place 1 tablespoon of spinach filling in the middle of each disk. Be sure to stir the spinach mixture frequently so the juice doesn't separate. Fold up three sides of the disk to make a triangle, leaving a small hole in the center to release steam while baking.
- Bake 10 to15 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove and cool on racks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 131 calories, Carbohydrate 23.9 g, Fat 2.6 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 397.8 mg, Sugar 1.8 g
Tips:
- Prepare the dough in advance: The dough can be made up to 2 days ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator. This makes it a great option for a quick and easy meal.
- Use fresh spinach: Fresh spinach is best for this recipe, but frozen spinach can be used in a pinch. If using frozen spinach, be sure to thaw and squeeze out all of the excess water before using.
- Don't overfill the triangles: The triangles should be filled just enough so that they can be sealed properly. Overfilling will make them difficult to fold and may cause them to burst open during baking.
- Bake the triangles until they are golden brown: The triangles should be baked until they are golden brown and crispy. This will ensure that they are cooked through and have a delicious flavor.
- Serve the triangles warm: The triangles are best served warm, but they can also be served at room temperature.
Conclusion:
These spinach triangles are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They are perfect for parties or potlucks, and they can also be enjoyed as a light meal. With their flaky crust and savory filling, these triangles are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.
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