Kreatopetes
Indulge in the savory layers of Kreatopetes, a delectable Greek meat pie that combines flaky phyllo pastry with a rich and aromatic filling. This traditional dish is loaded with seasoned ground beef or lamb, delicately spiced with cinnamon and allspice for a warm, comforting flavor. Enhanced by the tangy creaminess of crumbled feta cheese, the filling is encased between buttery, golden phyllo sheets for the perfect balance of crispiness and melt-in-your-mouth texture. Easy to prepare in just over an hour, Kreatopetes is ideal for family dinners, festive gatherings, or a unique take on Greek cuisine. Serve it warm for a satisfying meal that brings the Mediterranean straight to your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 500 grams ground beef (or lamb)
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons ground allspice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 100 grams feta cheese, crumbled
- 10 phyllo pastry sheets
- 100 grams unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the ground beef (or lamb) to the skillet, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and fully cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
Stir in the cinnamon, allspice, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to develop the flavors, then remove from heat.
Allow the meat mixture to cool slightly, then fold in the crumbled feta cheese.
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Brush a 9x13-inch baking dish with a thin layer of melted butter.
Layer one sheet of phyllo pastry in the bottom of the dish, allowing the edges to hang over the sides. Brush with melted butter. Repeat with 4 more sheets, buttering each layer.
Spread the meat filling evenly over the phyllo layers.
Cover the filling with the remaining 5 phyllo sheets, layering and buttering each one as before. Tuck the edges neatly into the dish to seal the pie.
Brush the top layer generously with melted butter. Using a sharp knife, score the top layers of phyllo into the desired serving sizes, being careful not to cut through the filling.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the phyllo is golden brown and crisp.
Allow the pie to cool for 10 minutes before serving. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3178 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 245.1 g | 314% | |
| Saturated Fat | 111.9 g | 560% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 702 mg | 234% | |
| Sodium | 4757 mg | 207% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 129.4 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.1 g | ||
| Protein | 112.0 g | 224% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 657 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 15.3 mg | 85% | |
| Potassium | 1722 mg | 37% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
