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Make Traditional Spanakopita Triangles

Make Traditional Spanakopita Triangles
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Learn how to make traditional Spanakopita triangles, a classic Greek appetizer featuring crispy, flaky phyllo pastry filled with a savory mixture of spinach, feta cheese, fresh herbs, and aromatic onions and garlic. This recipe delivers authentic Mediterranean flavors with easy-to-follow steps, perfect for a tasty snack, party appetizer, or comforting homemade treat.

Ingredients

Pastry

  • Phyllo dough sheets (about 1 package or 16 sheets)
  • Olive oil or melted butter (for brushing, approximately 1/4 cup)

Spinach Filling

  • Fresh spinach, washed and chopped (about 1 lb or 450 g)
  • Feta cheese, crumbled (about 8 oz or 225 g)
  • Onion, finely chopped (1 medium)
  • Garlic cloves, minced (2 cloves)
  • Eggs, beaten (2 large)
  • Fresh dill, chopped (2 tbsp)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (2 tbsp)
  • Salt (to taste, about 1 tsp)
  • Black pepper (to taste, about 1/2 tsp)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Spinach Filling: Wash the fresh spinach thoroughly. In a large pan, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic in a little olive oil until soft and fragrant. Add the spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool. Once cool, combine the spinach mixture with crumbled feta cheese, beaten eggs, chopped dill, parsley, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix well to create a moist, well-seasoned filling.
  2. Prepare the Phyllo Pastry: Carefully unroll the phyllo dough sheets and cover them with a lightly damp towel to keep them from drying out. Using a pastry brush, lightly brush the first sheet with melted butter or olive oil, then lay another sheet on top and brush again. Repeat this process until you have stacked 4 to 5 layers.
  3. Assemble the Triangles: Cut the layered phyllo sheets into strips about 3 inches wide. Place a spoonful of the spinach filling at the bottom corner of each strip. Fold the strip diagonally over the filling to form a triangle, then continue folding the triangle along the strip like folding a flag, sealing the edges well as you go.
  4. Bake Until Golden and Crispy: Arrange the assembled triangles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops generously with melted butter or olive oil to ensure crispness. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes or until the phyllo is golden brown and crisp.

Notes

  • Do not overfill the triangles to prevent bursting or cracking during baking.
  • Keep phyllo dough covered with a damp towel to avoid drying out while working.
  • Brush each layer generously with melted butter or olive oil for a crisp, golden crust.
  • Drain the cooked spinach well by squeezing out excess moisture to prevent soggy pastry.
  • Ensure your oven is fully preheated before baking to achieve even cooking and flaky layers.

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Keywords: spanakopita, spinach pie, Greek appetizer, phyllo pastry, feta cheese, Mediterranean snack

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