Best 2 Meat Cigars Recipes

**Meat Cigars: A Culinary Journey Through Delightful Flavors**

Indulge in a culinary adventure with our enticing meat cigars, a delectable fusion of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. These savory treats, also known as Sigara Boregi, are a beloved delicacy in Turkish cuisine, and we bring you three irresistible variations to satisfy your cravings. From the classic ground beef filling to unique seafood and cheese combinations, our meat cigars offer a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. Embark on this culinary journey and discover the secrets behind these delightful appetizers that promise to elevate any occasion, whether it's a casual gathering or a special celebration.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

MOROCCAN MEAT CIGARS

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This goes great with hummus on the side!

Provided by r1v

Categories Appetizers and Snacks Wraps and Rolls

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 teaspoon olive oil
½ pound lean ground beef
½ cup canned crushed tomatoes, drained
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
⅛ teaspoon paprika
⅛ teaspoon ground allspice
1 (16 ounce) package phyllo dough
cooking oil spray

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a baking sheet.
Heat olive oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Cook ground beef until it loses its pink color and begins to brown. Drain fat from skillet. Add tomatoes, cinnamon, cumin, paprika and allspice. Reduce heat to medium and simmer until mixture reduces slightly, about 10 minutes.
Remove one phyllo sheet from package and keep the rest covered with a clean cloth until ready to use. On a flat work surface, cut the phyllo sheet into 2 14x9-inch rectangles. Spray the first half-sheet with cooking spray, place the 2nd half on top of it and spray again with oil. Place a generous teaspoon of the meat mixture near the narrow end of the dough. Fold dough over the top of the meat, fold in the sides of the dough, and roll into a narrow tube (cigar) shape. Repeat until all the meat has been rolled up. Arrange cigars on prepared baking sheet.
Bake in preheated oven until lightly browned, about 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 459.7 calories, Carbohydrate 60.4 g, Cholesterol 37 mg, Fat 14.9 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 620 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

MEAT CIGARS

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Categories Side Bake Fry Meat Fall

Yield makes about 60 cigars

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped finely
1 1/2 pounds ground beef or lamb
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
Salt
Black pepper or good pinch of ground chili pepper
3 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley
3 tablespoons chopped cilantro
5 eggs, lightly beaten
1 pound large fillo sheets
2/3 cup melted butter or vegetable oil

Steps:

First prepare the filling. Heat the oil in a large skillet, and sauté the onion in the oil until softened. Add the meat, spices, salt, and pepper or chili pepper, and cook, crushing the meat with a fork and turning it over, for 5 to 10 minutes, until it changes color. Then stir in the chopped parsley, cilantro, and the beaten eggs, and cook gently for a moment or two, stirring all the time, until the eggs set to a creamy consistency. Let the filling cool. Taste and add more spices and pepper, if you like.
With large scissors, cut all the sheets of fillo together, without separating them, into 3 strips of about 6 inches × 12 inches, and put the three piles together in one pile so that they do not dry out. Brush the top sheet very lightly with melted butter or oil.
Put a tablespoon of filling in a line along one of the short ends, about 3/4 inch from the three edges. Roll up like a cigar, folding in the long sides at the halfway point so that the filling does not fall out, then continue to roll, letting the sides unfold so that the cigars appear open.
Place the rolls side by side on a greased baking tray, brush the tops with melted butter, and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 30 minutes, or until golden.
Serve them hot. You can make them in advance and warm them up.
variation
Before serving, dust the rolls first with confectioners' sugar and then with cinnamon.
These rolls are very nice deep-fried, so if you want to fry a few for an instant snack, do so in medium-hot vegetable oil, turning them over once, until browned, and drain on paper towels.

Tips:

Use thin and tender cuts of meat for easy rolling.
Pound the meat slices lightly to make them more tender and easier to roll.
Use a variety of fillings to create different flavors. Popular options include rice, vegetables, cheese, and herbs.
Roll the meat cigars tightly to prevent the filling from falling out.
Secure the meat cigars with toothpicks or skewers to keep them in place.
Brown the meat cigars in a pan before baking or grilling to add flavor and color.
Bake or grill the meat cigars until the meat is cooked through and the filling is heated.
Serve the meat cigars hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Meat cigars are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or snack. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a variety of fillings and cooking methods to choose from, there is sure to be a meat cigar recipe that everyone will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting way to cook meat, give meat cigars a try!