Vegetarian Sfiha B Lahme
Discover the flavor-packed delight of Vegetarian Sfiha B Lahme, a plant-based twist on the classic Middle Eastern pastry. Perfectly soft homemade dough made from simple ingredients like all-purpose flour and olive oil serves as the foundation for these golden, triangle-shaped pies. The filling is a hearty and aromatic blend of cooked lentils, sautéed mushrooms, onions, and bold spices like cumin, coriander, and paprika, enhanced with a splash of fresh lemon juice and sprinkled parsley. Optional pine nuts add a delightful crunch, making these pies irresistibly textured. These vegetarian sfihas are baked to perfection with their filling peeking through the folds, creating an eye-catching presentation. Ideal for appetizers, snacks, or even a light main dish, they’re perfect for anyone seeking a vegetarian Middle Eastern recipe that’s both comforting and unique.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups All-purpose flour
- 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
- 2 tablespoons Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1.5 cups Warm water
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cups Cooked lentils
- 1 cup Chopped mushrooms
- 1 medium Diced onion
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Pine nuts (optional)
Instructions
In a large bowl, mix the flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt together.
Add the warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients, and mix until a rough dough forms.
Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
While the dough is rising, prepare the filling. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the chopped mushrooms and cook until they release their moisture and begin to brown, approximately 5 additional minutes.
Stir in the cooked lentils, tomato paste, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 3 minutes until well combined and heated through.
Remove from heat and stir in the fresh lemon juice and chopped parsley. Set aside.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 16 equal pieces.
Roll each dough piece into a circle, about 4 inches in diameter.
Place about 2 tablespoons of the vegetarian filling in the center of each circle.
Pinch the edges of the dough together to form a triangle shape, leaving a bit of the filling exposed in the center.
If using, sprinkle pine nuts on top of the filling.
Place the sfihas on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the dough is golden brown.
Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy these Vegetarian Sfihas B Lahme warm!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2966 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.4 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.7 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3604 mg | 157% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 505.2 g | 184% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 54.6 g | 195% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.4 g | ||
| Protein | 100.8 g | 202% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 246 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 42.6 mg | 237% | |
| Potassium | 3479 mg | 74% | |
*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.
