Sfiha Meat Pies

Sfiha meat pies are a delicious Lebanese dish filled with spiced ground beef, perfect for a midnight snack. These savory pastries offer a delightful combination of flavors and textures that will satisfy your late-night cravings.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 250 grams
• Warm water - 150 ml
• Active dry yeast - 5 grams
• Sugar - 5 grams
• Salt - 5 grams
• Olive oil - 30 ml
• Ground beef - 200 grams
• Onion, finely chopped - 1 medium (about 100 grams)
• Tomato paste - 30 grams
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Allspice - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Pine nuts (optional) - 20 grams
• Fresh parsley, chopped - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast and sugar in warm water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the olive oil and the yeast mixture.
3. Mix until a dough forms, then knead it on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 30 minutes.
4. In a skillet, heat a little olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
5. Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned. Stir in the tomato paste, cinnamon, allspice, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes. If using, add the pine nuts and chopped parsley. Remove from heat and let cool.
6. Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F).
7. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 4 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a circle about 10 cm in diameter.
8. Place a spoonful of the meat filling in the center of each circle. Fold the edges up and pinch to seal, forming a small pie.
9. Place the sfiha on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
10. Serve warm and enjoy your delicious sfiha meat pies!

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 24 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from the beef, aiding muscle repair and growth.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil, which support heart health.

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