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