Lebanese Meat Pies Sfeeha

Discover the irresistible charm of Lebanese Meat Pies, known as Sfeeha—a beloved Middle Eastern snack that combines soft, golden dough with a savory, spiced filling. These handheld delights feature a medley of ground beef or lamb, aromatic spices like allspice and cinnamon, tangy pomegranate molasses, and a burst of freshness from parsley and lemon juice. The dough, made with olive oil and warm milk, is kneaded to perfection and baked until fluffy and golden brown. Each pie is folded into a signature triangle or square shape, making them as visually appealing as they are delicious. Perfect as an appetizer, snack, or party favorite, serve your Sfeeha warm with yogurt or alongside a crisp salad for a truly authentic Lebanese culinary experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:60 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 500 grams All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
• 250 milliliters Warm milk
• 60 milliliters Olive oil
• 400 grams Ground beef or lamb
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium Tomato, finely diced
• 20 grams Parsley, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons Plain yogurt
• 1 tablespoon Pomegranate molasses
• 1 teaspoon Ground allspice
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Salt (for filling)
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast.

Step 2

Gradually add the warm milk and olive oil. Mix until the dough comes together.

Step 3

Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm spot for 1 hour or until it doubles in size.

Step 5

While the dough is rising, prepare the filling. In a skillet, cook the ground beef or lamb over medium heat until browned.

Step 6

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.

Step 7

Stir in the diced tomato, parsley, yogurt, pomegranate molasses, ground allspice, cinnamon, black pepper, and salt. Cook the mixture for another 5-7 minutes until the filling is well combined and slightly thickened.

Step 8

Remove the filling from heat and stir in the lemon juice. Let it cool to room temperature.

Step 9

Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and line two baking trays with parchment paper.

Step 10

Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 12 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball.

Step 11

On a floured surface, roll each dough ball into a 5-6 inch circle.

Step 12

Place about 2 tablespoons of the filling in the center of each circle. Fold the edges of the dough over the filling to form a triangle or square shape, pinching the seams to seal.

Step 13

Place the shaped pies on the prepared baking trays, leaving a little space between them.

Step 14

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the pies are golden brown and cooked through.

Step 15

Let the sfeeha cool slightly before serving. Serve warm with a side of yogurt or a fresh salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1581.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3793.0

Total Fat 148.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 45.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.4g
Cholesterol 342.9mg	0%
Sodium 5044.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 469.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.2g	0%
Total Sugars 73.6g
Protein 136.0g	0%

Vitamin D 118.0IU	0%
Calcium 649.7mg	0%
Iron 38.0mg	0%
Potassium 2884.3mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.6%

Protein: 14.5%

Carbs: 49.9%