Sure thing! Here’s the detailed recipe for a delicious Greek Lamb Pie that you can easily prepare and enjoy with your loved ones:
Greek Lamb Pie 🥧
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 1 lb lean ground lamb
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 cup tomatoes, diced
- Handful of fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 1 package phyllo pastry
- Sesame seeds
- Olive oil, for brushing
Instructions:
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Preheat your oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Prepare the pan: Lightly grease an 8 1/2-inch springform pan with olive oil or cooking spray.
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Cook the lamb mixture: In a dry nonstick pan over medium heat, cook the ground lamb and chopped onion until golden brown.
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Add flavor: Stir in minced garlic, diced tomatoes, chopped mint leaves, ground nutmeg, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Allow it to simmer until most of the liquid has evaporated, stirring occasionally.
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Prepare the spinach: Wash the spinach leaves thoroughly and remove any tough stalks. Cook the leaves in only the water clinging to them for about 2 minutes. Drain well and chop coarsely.
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Combine lamb and spinach: Mix the cooked spinach with the lamb mixture in the pan. Optionally, you can add crumbled feta cheese for extra flavor.
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Assemble the pie: Lightly brush each sheet of phyllo pastry with olive oil and layer them in the prepared pan, overlapping each sheet. Leave enough pastry hanging over the edges to wrap over the top.
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Fill the pie: Spoon the lamb and spinach mixture evenly into the pastry-lined pan. Fold the overhanging pastry over the filling to enclose it completely.
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Decorate the top: Scrunch any remaining pastry into balls and place them over the top of the pie. Sprinkle sesame seeds generously over the pie.
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Bake: Transfer the pie to the preheated oven and bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and crispy.
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Serve: Allow the pie to cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm with a side of green salad for a complete meal.
Enjoy the rich flavors of this Greek-inspired lamb pie, packed with aromatic herbs and spices! It’s a perfect dish for a cozy family dinner or a gathering with friends. 🍽️🥗
