Description
These authentic Lebanese Spinach Pies, also known as Fatayer, feature a tender homemade dough filled with a zesty, tangy spinach mixture. Perfect as an appetizer, snack, or side dish, these savory pies are a classic Middle Eastern favorite enjoyed by many around the world.
Ingredients
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For the Dough
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ¼ cups warm water
- 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
- 2 ¼ teaspoons instant yeast (1 packet)
- 2 teaspoons salt
- ¼ cup olive oil
For the Spinach Filling
- 16 ounces frozen spinach, thawed and drained
- ¼ cup parsley, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon sumac
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
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Make the Dough:
- In a bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for a few minutes until frothy.
- Add the flour and salt, mixing until combined.
- Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for 5 minutes until sticky.
- Add olive oil and knead until the dough becomes soft, smooth, and slightly sticky.
- Place in a greased bowl, cover, and proof for 90 minutes until doubled in size.
- Divide the dough into 30 pieces, shape into balls, and let rest for 30 more minutes.
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Prepare the Filling:
- Mix the spinach, parsley, onion, olive oil, lemon juice, sumac, and salt in a bowl until well combined.
- Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
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Assemble the Fatayer:
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Flatten each dough ball into a circle. Place 2 tablespoons of filling in the center.
- Pinch two edges together, then fold the last edge to form a triangle, sealing all edges.
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Bake:
- Arrange on baking sheets and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve warm with plain yogurt for dipping, if desired
Notes
- For fresh spinach, blanch and drain before mixing into the filling.
- Avoid overstuffing to prevent leaks.
- Adjust seasoning in the filling to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 spinach pie
- Calories: 158
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg