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Greek Phyllo Meat Pie (Kimadopita)

Greek Phyllo Meat Pie (Kimadopita)
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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Greek Phyllo Meat Pie (Kimadopita), a savory dish that features layers of crispy phyllo pastry enveloping a spiced ground beef and leek filling. Perfect for any occasion, this pie combines a satisfyingly crunchy exterior with a rich, flavorful interior. Whether served warm as a main course or at room temperature as an appetizer, it is sure to impress family and friends alike. Easy to prepare and versatile enough to serve alongside salads or dips, this comforting pie will become a favorite in your recipe repertoire.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 500 grams ground beef
  • 200 grams leeks (finely chopped)
  • 130 grams onion (finely chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon ground allspice
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 teaspoons sweet paprika
  • â…“ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (minced)
  • 450 grams phyllo pastry
  • 145 grams milk
  • 70 grams Greek yogurt
  • 80 ml water
  • 120 grams olive oil (for brushing)
  • 2 medium-sized eggs

Instructions

  1. Thaw phyllo pastry in the fridge overnight.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions and leeks until softened, then add ground beef and cook until browned.
  3. Stir in spices and parsley until well combined.
  4. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Layer several sheets of phyllo in a greased baking dish, brushing each with olive oil. Spread half of the filling over the layered phyllo.
  5. Add more phyllo on top of the filling, brushing each layer with oil again. Spread the remaining meat mixture followed by more phyllo sheets brushed with oil.
  6. Combine milk, yogurt, water, and eggs; whisk together and pour over the assembled pie.
  7. Bake for about 50 minutes or until golden brown.

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