Meat Pies (Sfeeha)

Meat Pies, also known as Sfeeha, are a delightful Middle Eastern dish with a savory meat filling wrapped in a crispy dough. The recipe combines the rich flavors of ground beef or lamb with aromatic spices like cinnamon, allspice, and nutmeg. The dough, made from scratch, creates a harmonious balance of textures in every bite. Whether served as a snack, appetizer, or main course, these meat pies offer a flavorful experience that evokes the bustling streets of Beirut or Damascus. Enjoy this culinary journey with a dish that’s both satisfying and rich in tradition.

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef or lamb
• 1 cup onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp allspice
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg
• 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 pound pizza dough

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, onion, garlic, ground cinnamon, allspice, nutmeg, parsley, pine nuts, and olive oil. Mix until well incorporated.
3. Divide the pizza dough into 6 equal portions and roll each portion into a circle about 6 inches in diameter.
4. Place a generous amount of the meat mixture in the center of each dough circle.
5. Fold the edges of the dough over the filling, pinching to secure, creating a rustic, free-form pie.
6. Transfer the assembled pies to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the meat is cooked through.
8. Allow the Meat Pies to cool slightly before serving, either hot or at room temperature.

Keywords: Savory, Ground Meat, Spices, Pine Nuts

Spice Rack: Cinnamon, Allspice, Nutmeg

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