Ingredients and Weight:
- Ground lamb or beef: 1 pound
- Onion, chopped: 1 cup
- Pine nuts: 1/2 cup
- Fresh parsley, chopped: 1/4 cup
- Fresh mint, chopped: 1/4 cup
- Ground allspice: 1/2 teaspoon
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
- Olive oil: 3 tablespoons, divided
- Pie dough: 1 package (15 ounces)
Preparation Time:
20 minutes
Cooking Time:
20 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Moderately Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, brown the meat over medium heat. Drain any excess fat.
- In a bowl, combine the meat, onion, pine nuts, parsley, mint, allspice, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
- Grease an 11x7 inch baking dish with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
- Unroll the pie dough and cut into 8 equal squares.
- Place a large dollop of the meat mixture in the center of each square.
- Fold the corners of the dough up and over the filling to form a triangle. Press the edges to seal.
- Transfer the pies to the prepared baking dish and drizzle with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
- Bake for 20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 6 grams
- Cholesterol: 50 milligrams
- Sodium: 650 milligrams
- Carbohydrates: 35 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Savory and aromatic
- Crispy and flaky crust
- Juicy and flavorful meat filling
- Perfect for appetizers, snacks, or lunch
User Comments:
- "These Mediterranean Meat Pies were absolutely delicious! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the crust was so crispy."
- "I loved the unique combination of lamb, pine nuts, and fresh herbs. It's a refreshing take on the traditional meat pie."
- "These pies were incredibly easy to make and they turned out so well. I'm definitely going to be making them again soon."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you can't find ground lamb or beef, you can substitute ground chicken or turkey.
- To make the pies ahead of time, bake them as directed and then let them cool completely. Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the pies for 15-20 minutes, or until heated through.
- Serve the pies with a side of lemon wedges or tahini sauce for dipping.
