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Phyllo Meat Pie (Egyptian Goulash) Recipe

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Egyptian Goulash, also known as Phyllo Meat Pie, is a savory layered pastry dish featuring crispy phyllo dough filled with a spiced ground beef mixture. This recipe combines fragrant Middle Eastern spices with tender meat and flaky, buttery layers, baked to perfection for a deliciously satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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Phyllo Dough and Topping

  • 16 ounce package of frozen phyllo dough, thawed in its package
  • 1 egg, whisked in 1 cup of milk
  • 1 cup extra virgin olive oil (or 1/2 cup olive oil combined with 1/2 cup melted butter)

Meat Filling

  • 1 cup chopped onions
  • 1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baharat spice blend
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the phyllo pie.
  2. Prepare phyllo dough: Carefully separate the thawed phyllo dough sheets by placing them between two lightly damp kitchen towels to prevent tearing and drying out.
  3. Cook the meat filling: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large nonstick pan over medium-high heat. Sauté the chopped onions briefly until softened. Add the ground beef and cook thoroughly, stirring regularly to brown the meat evenly. Remove the pan from heat briefly to drain excess fat, then return to heat and stir in the baharat, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined. Remove from heat and set aside.
  4. Start layering phyllo sheets: Lightly grease a 9 1/2 x 13 x 2 1/4 inch baking pan. Place three to four phyllo sheets at a time on the bottom of the pan, folding in any excess dough around the edges. Generously brush the top sheet of each layered set with olive oil or the olive oil and butter mixture. Repeat this layering process until half of the phyllo sheets have been used.
  5. Add the meat filling: Evenly spread the cooked meat mixture over the last layer of phyllo sheets to create a flavorful and hearty base for the top layers.
  6. Layer remaining phyllo sheets: Continue layering the remaining phyllo dough sheets on top of the meat, brushing each set of three to four sheets with olive oil or the oil and butter mixture, folding excess dough as necessary until all sheets are used.
  7. Score the pie: Lightly brush the final top sheet with olive oil or the oil and butter mixture. Using a sharp knife, cut the pie into 12 even squares to make serving easier after baking.
  8. Add egg and milk mixture: Season the prepared whisked egg and milk mixture with salt and pepper, then pour it evenly over the entire pie to help bind the layers and add richness.
  9. Bake the pie: Place the assembled pie on the middle oven rack and bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 30 to 45 minutes, or until the phyllo is golden brown and crispy throughout. Watch carefully near the end to avoid burning.
  10. Serve warm: Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy it warm, ideally with a fresh side salad for a balanced meal.

Notes

  • Thaw phyllo dough in its package to prevent drying out and tearing.
  • Brush each layer of phyllo generously with oil or oil and butter mixture for a crispy, golden finish.
  • Adjust the amount of salt and spices based on your taste preferences.
  • If you prefer a dairy-free option, use olive oil alone instead of combining with butter.
  • Serve with a fresh green salad or yogurt to balance the rich meat pie.
  • Cutting the pie before baking makes it easier to serve without breaking the layers.

Keywords: Egyptian Goulash, Phyllo Meat Pie, Middle Eastern Meat Pie, Layered Phyllo Recipe, Baharat Meat Pie

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