Vegetarian Sfiha (Middle Eastern Meat Pies)

Discover the deliciously satisfying world of Vegetarian Sfiha, a plant-based twist on the classic Middle Eastern meat pies! These golden, hand-held delights feature a soft, homemade dough encasing a flavorful filling of sautéed vegetables like zucchini, mushrooms, and bell peppers, perfectly seasoned with warm spices such as cumin, cinnamon, and paprika. With a hint of fresh parsley and rich tomato paste tying it all together, these savory pies are as aromatic as they are delectable. Perfect for appetizers, snacks, or a light meal, Vegetarian Sfiha is a versatile dish that can be served warm or at room temperature. Whether you're embracing a vegetarian lifestyle or simply looking to explore Middle Eastern cuisine, these pies are easy to make, visually stunning, and bursting with flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon instant yeast
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup warm water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 1 medium zucchini
• 1 cup mushrooms
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt.

Step 2

Add the warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients, and mix until a dough forms.

Step 3

Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 8 minutes, until smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Place the dough ball in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

Step 5

While the dough is rising, prepare the filling: Finely chop the onion, red bell pepper, zucchini, and mushrooms. Mince the garlic.

Step 6

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until the onion becomes translucent.

Step 7

Add the red bell pepper, zucchini, and mushrooms. Cook until the vegetables are soft and the moisture has evaporated.

Step 8

Stir in the ground cumin, ground cinnamon, paprika, and tomato paste. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.

Step 9

Remove from heat, mix in the finely chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 10

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 11

After the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball.

Step 12

On a floured surface, roll each dough ball into a 4-inch circle.

Step 13

Place a spoonful of the vegetable filling in the center of each circle.

Step 14

Fold the edges of the dough over the filling to form a triangular or square shape, leaving some of the filling exposed at the top.

Step 15

Place the sfiha on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 16

Bake in the preheated oven for about 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.

Step 17

Remove from oven and let cool slightly on a wire rack before serving. Enjoy your Vegetarian Sfiha warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1343.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1982.7

Total Fat 40.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5692.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 348.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.0g	0%
Total Sugars 46.5g
Protein 54.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 215.7mg	0%
Iron 23.2mg	0%
Potassium 2698.9mg	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: 18.5%

Protein: 11.1%

Carbs: 70.4%