Briouates aux Fruits de Mer

Briouates aux Fruits de Mer is a deliciously crispy Moroccan pastry filled with a medley of seafood, herbs, and spices, creating a perfect blend of flavors. This low-carb dish is ideal for seafood lovers seeking a satisfying yet healthy meal.

Ingredients

• Phyllo dough - 6 sheets
• Shrimp, peeled and deveined - 100 grams
• Scallops, cleaned - 100 grams
• Crab meat, cooked - 50 grams
• Garlic, minced - 1 clove
• Fresh parsley, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh cilantro, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Olive oil - for brushing
• Egg - 1, beaten (for sealing)

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a medium bowl, combine the shrimp, scallops, crab meat, garlic, parsley, cilantro, lemon juice, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
3. Lay one sheet of phyllo dough on a clean surface and brush lightly with olive oil. Place another sheet on top and repeat the process.
4. Cut the stacked phyllo sheets into rectangles (about 10x15 cm).
5. Place a spoonful of the seafood mixture on one end of each rectangle, fold the sides over, and roll tightly to form a cigar shape. Seal the edges with beaten egg.
6. Repeat the process with the remaining phyllo sheets and seafood mixture.
7. Place the briouates on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and brush the tops with olive oil.
8. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 200 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from seafood, supporting muscle health and repair.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil, promoting heart health.

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