Ramadan Recipes: Spanakopita
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Spanakopita is a delicious dish that's perfect for Ramadan. It's a savory Greek pastry filled with spinach, feta cheese, onions, and herbs, all wrapped in flaky phyllo dough. During Ramadan, when families come together to break their fast, Spanakopita offers a flavorful and satisfying option to include in the iftar spread. Its crispy layers and flavorful filling make it a delightful treat to enjoy during the holy month of Ramadan, also known as Ramzan. Whether served as an appetizer or a main dish, Spanakopita adds a touch of Mediterranean flavor to the Ramadan table, bringing joy and warmth to gatherings with loved ones.
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Ingredients
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- 45 Minutes
- 2 Serving
- 200 Calories
- 6 sheets of filo pastry
- 80 g feta cheese
- 500 g spinach
- 80 g onion (finely chopped)
- 6 cloves (finely chopped)
- 30 ml oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Spanakopita
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Method & Directions
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- 12 Minutes
- Preparing the Oven
تم نسخ الرابطPreheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius.
- Blanching and Chopping Spinach
تم نسخ الرابطBlanch the spinach by heating up a pot with boiling water. Squeeze all the water out of the spinach and then finely chop it.
- Cooking the Spinach Mixture
تم نسخ الرابطHeat up a pan with some oil and start to cook the onions. When translucent, add the garlic. Once fragrant, add in the spinach and cook till all the water evaporates. Transfer to a plate and let cool completely.
- Mixing the Cheese Filling
تم نسخ الرابطIn a mixing bowl, combine the feta, ricotta, and spinach mixture. Season with salt and pepper.
- Preparing the Filo Pastry Sheets
تم نسخ الرابطLay out one sheet of filo pastry on a flat surface. Brush with butter and lay out another one on top. Divide and cut them into even strips (8 cm wide).
- Assembling the Spanakopita Triangles
تم نسخ الرابطSpoon out a tablespoon of the cheese filling into a corner and fold it into triangles. Brush with butter.
- Baking the Spanakopita
تم نسخ الرابطBake in the oven for 10-15 minutes till light golden.
- Serving and Enjoying
تم نسخ الرابطEnjoy with some tzatziki.