Sfiha Lebanese Pie

Delight your taste buds with Sfiha Lebanese Pie, a beloved Middle Eastern pastry that pairs irresistibly soft dough with a flavorful meat filling. These triangular pies, often made with ground beef or lamb, are infused with aromatic spices like allspice and cinnamon, and elevated by the tangy sweetness of pomegranate molasses and a burst of fresh parsley. The dough, made from scratch, is tender yet sturdy enough to hold the rich filling. Perfectly golden from an egg wash finish, these savory pies are ideal for serving as an appetizer, snack, or accompaniment to a mezze spread. With a short baking time and a comforting blend of textures and spices, Sfiha Lebanese Pies are a perfect way to bring authentic Lebanese flavors to your kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 500 grams All-purpose flour
• 2.5 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 250 milliliters Warm water
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 500 grams Ground beef or lamb
• 1 large Onion, finely chopped
• 2 medium Tomatoes, finely diced
• 2 tablespoons Pomegranate molasses
• 3 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Ground allspice
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 large Egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Make a well in the center and gradually add warm water and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.

Step 3

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Step 5

While the dough rises, prepare the filling. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef or lamb until browned. Drain any excess fat.

Step 6

Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 7

Stir in the diced tomatoes, pomegranate molasses, parsley, allspice, cinnamon, black pepper, and salt. Cook for another 5 minutes until 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 sheets with parchment paper.

Step 10

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide into 12 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball, then flatten into a circle about 10-12 cm in diameter.

Step 11

Place a tablespoon of filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold the edges up to form a triangle shape, pinching the sides tightly to seal.

Step 12

Place the prepared pies on the baking sheets and brush the tops with beaten egg for a golden finish.

Step 13

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

Step 14

Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy your authentic Sfiha Lebanese Pies!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1827.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3917.8

Total Fat 152.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 48.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 586mg	0%
Sodium 4051.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 473.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.6g	0%
Total Sugars 74.7g
Protein 150.5g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 330.0mg	0%
Iron 40.7mg	0%
Potassium 3137.4mg	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: 15.6%

Carbs: 48.9%