1001 Recipe

Greek spanakopita

20 min
hard
9 ingredients
Category
View Full Recipe Ingredients

Greek spanakopita

Spanakopita is a delicious traditional savory pie from Greece, whose name literally means "spinach pie". This emblematic dish has been part of Mediterranean cuisine for centuries and has become popular beyond Greek borders due to its characteristic flavor and versatility. The original recipe consists of a filling of spinach, cheeses, and herbs, wrapped in thin layers of phyllo dough, which, when baked, acquires a crispy texture and an irresistible aroma.

In other Latin American countries, although it may not be known by this name, similar variations can be found under the term "spinach tart" or "chard pie", as these green leaves are common substitutes in the region. However, the authenticity of the Greek dish lies in the use of feta cheese and phyllo dough, elements that give it that unique flavor and texture. Spanakopita is usually served as an appetizer, starter, or side dish at festivities and family gatherings.

How to prepare Greek Spanakopita

Sauté the onion in olive oil for 5 minutes.

Add the spinach.

Cook over low heat, stirring occasionally until most of the moisture has evaporated.

Crumble the feta cheese into small pieces.

Add the cottage cheese and the eggs.

Mix well.

Add the breadcrumbs to the spinach mixture and add it to the cheese.

Stir until well combined.

Carefully cut the phyllo sheets into thirds.

Refrigerate 2/3 until needed and cover the remaining third with a slightly damp cloth.

Remove 1 sheet of phyllo dough, fold it in half lengthwise.

Brush with melted butter.

Place 1 tablespoon of spinach filling near the end.

Fold it into a triangle shape.

Continue folding like a flag, maintaining the triangular shape.

Lightly grease the top.

Continue with the remaining dough and filling.

Bake in an oven at 425 degrees for 20 minutes or until golden brown.

Serve hot.

Spanakopita griega

Ingredients (9)

  • Onion
  • Olive oil
  • Frozen spinach
  • Feta cheese
  • Ricotta
  • Eggs
  • Breadcrumbs
  • Phyllo dough sheets
  • Butter

Instructions (22 steps)

  1. 1 Sauté the onion in olive oil for 5 minutes
  2. 2 Add the spinach
  3. 3 Cook over low heat
  4. 4 stirring occasionally until most of the moisture has evaporated
  5. 5 Crumble the feta cheese into small pieces
  6. 6 Add the cottage cheese and the eggs
  7. 7 Mix well
  8. 8 Add the breadcrumbs to the spinach mixture and add it to the cheese
  9. 9 Stir until well combined
  10. 10 Carefully cut the phyllo sheets into thirds
  11. 11 Refrigerate 2/3 until needed and cover the remaining third with a lightly damp cloth
  12. 12 Remove 1 sheet of phyllo dough
  13. 13 fold it in half lengthwise
  14. 14 Brush with melted butter
  15. 15 Place 1 tablespoon of spinach filling near the end
  16. 16 Fold it into a triangle shape
  17. 17 Continue folding like a flag
  18. 18 maintaining the triangular shape
  19. 19 Lightly grease the top
  20. 20 Continue with the remaining dough and filling
  21. 21 Bake in a 425-degree oven for 20 minutes or until golden brown
  22. 22 Serve hot

Nutritional Information

Calories: 3207 kcal
Protein: 0g
Carbohydrates: 557g
Fat: 359g
Azúcar: 0g
Sodio: 209mg

Categoría

Aperitivos

Etiquetas

30 Minutes Or Less Preparation Time Kitchen Preparation Occasion Greek Oven European Dietary Equipment Number Of Servings