GREEK SPINACH PIES (SPANAKOPITA) RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: olive oil, green onion, fresh spinach, garlic, feta cheese, ricotta cheese, fresh dill, fresh parsley, salt, pepper, phyllo dough
Provided by Pierce Abernathy
Categories Dinner
Yield 8 triangles
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350˚F (180˚C).
- In a large pan over medium heat, cook the green onions and garlic in the olive oil until soft.
- Add half the spinach, giving time for some to cook down before adding the rest.
- Once the spinach has cooked down, transfer to a medium mixing bowl to cool slightly.
- Add the feta, ricotta, egg, dill, parsley, salt and pepper, and mix until evenly spread.
- Set in refrigerator.
- Lay out one sheet of phyllo dough on a dry surface. Using a pastry brush, coat evenly with olive oil.
- Add another sheet of phyllo dough on top of the oiled sheet and repeat the oiling process. Continue until there is a stack of 4 oiled sheets. Repeat process on a new stack with remaining 4 sheets.
- Cut your dough into 4 sections using a pizza cutter.
- With a single section, add a spoonful of your spinach mix and begin folding over your pastry, brushing each fold with oil. Repeat this process for the remaining sections.
- Bake in a preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 190 calories, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 9 grams, Sugar 2 grams
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miss KB
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of spinach, but I absolutely loved this spanakopita. The filling was creamy and flavorful, and the phyllo dough was perfectly crispy.
Mohammad Tanvir
[email protected]This spanakopita was a hit at our potluck! Everyone raved about how flavorful and delicious it was.
Asjad Ali nawaz
[email protected]I love the addition of the lemon zest to the filling. It really brightens up the flavors and makes the spanakopita even more refreshing.
Haley Jones
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the spanakopita was delicious. I would definitely make it again.
Md Razaul
[email protected]The spanakopita turned out great! I made a few modifications to the recipe, such as using fresh dill instead of dried, and it still came out perfectly.
Mihiri Mihiri
[email protected]This recipe was a bit more time-consuming than I expected, but it was worth the effort. The spanakopita was absolutely delicious and disappeared quickly at our dinner party.
Jackline Mabihya
[email protected]I've tried many spanakopita recipes over the years, but this one is definitely my favorite. The filling is incredibly rich and flavorful, and the phyllo dough is flaky and crispy. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Greek cuisine.
Terry Reynolds
[email protected]This was my first time making spanakopita, and I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It was easier than I thought and turned out absolutely delicious! The combination of flavors and textures is amazing.
Eddie Crownover
[email protected]I love the detailed instructions and helpful tips provided in this recipe. It really helped me achieve the perfect spanakopita. The end result was a delicious and authentic-tasting dish that my whole family enjoyed.
Jones Grahma
[email protected]This spanakopita recipe is a game-changer! The filling is incredibly flavorful with the perfect balance of spinach, feta, and herbs. The phyllo dough is crispy and flaky, and the overall presentation is stunning. I've made this recipe multiple times