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Kreatopita Recipe

Kreatopita Recipe: Savory Greek Meat Pie with Flaky Perfection

Discover the tantalizing flavors of Kreatopita, a savory Greek meat pie filled with ground beef and rice, wrapped in flaky phyllo dough.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 package Phyllo Dough Consider using gluten-free phyllo if needed.
For the Filling
  • 500 g Ground Beef Substitute with lamb or turkey for variety.
  • 1 cup Uncooked Rice Try brown rice or quinoa for a twist.
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow or white onions work best here.
  • 1 cup Tomato Sauce Opt for crushed tomatoes for a chunkier texture.
  • 1 tsp Oregano Thyme or Italian seasoning are great substitutes.
  • to taste Salt Adjust to your taste preference.
  • to taste Black Pepper Adjust to your taste preference.
  • 1/2 cup Butter or Oil Olive oil or melted clarified butter is ideal.
Optional Garnish
  • to taste Parsley or Dill Fresh herbs to sprinkle on top.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • baking dish
  • Wooden Spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add finely chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until it becomes soft and translucent.
  2. Add 500g of ground beef to the pan, breaking it apart. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring frequently, until the beef is browned and no longer pink.
  3. Stir in 1 cup of uncooked rice, 1 cup of tomato sauce, dried oregano, along with salt and black pepper to taste. Pour in 1 ½ cups of water, then reduce the heat and let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Layer five sheets of phyllo dough at the base of a baking dish, brushing each sheet generously with melted butter or oil.
  5. Spread the prepared beef and rice mixture evenly over the phyllo layers in the baking dish.
  6. Cover the filling with another five sheets of phyllo dough, brushing each sheet lightly with butter or oil. Fold the overhanging edges of the bottom phyllo layer over the top.
  7. Carefully place the assembled Kreatopita into the preheated oven. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until the top is a deep golden brown and crisp.
  8. Once baked, remove the Kreatopita from the oven and allow it to rest for about 10 minutes before cutting into squares. Garnish with fresh parsley or dill.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftover Kreatopita in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze portions for up to 2 months.

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