Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound pizza dough
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped spinach
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped mint
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
Special equipment needed:
- Rolling pin
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the feta cheese, spinach, parsley, mint, green onions, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and cumin.
3. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface until it is about 1/4 inch thick.
4. Cut the dough into circles using a biscuit cutter or a glass.
5. Place the circles of dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. Spoon a tablespoon of the spinach and feta mixture onto each circle of dough.
7. Bake the sfiha in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and the filling is hot and bubbly.
8. Serve the sfiha warm.
Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 15-20 minutes
Temperature:
375°F
Serving size:
Makes 12 sfiha
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 150
Fat per serving: 8g
Carbohydrates per serving: 15g
Protein per serving: 5g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any type of cheese you like instead of feta cheese.
- You can use any type of leafy green vegetable instead of spinach.
Variations:
- You can add ground beef or lamb to the filling for a meatier version.
- You can add chopped tomatoes or bell peppers to the filling for a more colorful version.
- You can use different herbs and spices to customize the flavor to your liking.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to roll out the dough evenly so that the sfiha cook evenly.
- Don't overfill the sfiha, or the filling may spill out during baking.
- You can make the sfiha ahead of time and reheat them in the oven before serving.
Storage instructions:
Store the sfiha in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the sfiha in the oven at 350°F for 5-10 minutes, or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Arrange the sfiha on a platter and garnish with fresh herbs.
Garnishes:
Fresh herbs, such as parsley or mint.
Pairings:
Serve the sfiha with a side salad or some hummus and pita bread.
Suggested side dishes:
- Greek salad
- Tabbouleh
- Baba ganoush
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sfiha are not browning evenly, rotate the baking sheet halfway through baking.
- If the filling is too dry, add a little more olive oil or lemon juice to the mixture.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to cook the sfiha until the dough is fully cooked and the filling is hot and bubbly.
Food history:
Sfiha is a popular Middle Eastern dish that originated in Lebanon. It is typically made with ground beef or lamb, but this vegetarian version uses spinach and feta cheese.
Flavor profiles:
Savory, tangy, and herbaceous.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the sfiha as an appetizer or a light meal.
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Region: Lebanese