Fatayer Sabanekh (spinach And Feta Fatayer)

Fatayer Sabanekh, also known as Spinach and Feta Fatayer, is a popular Levantine pastry filled with a delicious mixture of spinach and feta cheese. These savory pastries are perfect for a light meal or snack, and they are great for sharing with family and friends.

Fatayer Sabanekh (spinach And Feta Fatayer)

Ingredients

  • 3 cups fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon sumac
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon allspice
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 pound pizza dough, store-bought or homemade

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the chopped spinach, crumbled feta cheese, chopped onion, olive oil, sumac, salt, black pepper, allspice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cayenne pepper. Mix well to combine the filling.
  2. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Divide the pizza dough into 12 equal pieces and roll each piece into a small circle on a lightly floured surface.
  4. Place a spoonful of the spinach and feta filling in the center of each dough circle.
  5. Pinch the edges of the dough together to form a triangle, enclosing the filling.
  6. Place the fatayer on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown.
  7. Remove from the oven and let the fatayer cool for a few minutes before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
15g
Protein
7g
Fat
8g

Supplies

Baking sheet Parchment paper

Tools

Rolling pin Large bowl

Serving suggestions

Serve the fatayer sabanekh with a side of yogurt or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a variation, you can add pine nuts or chopped mint to the spinach and feta filling for extra flavor.

Cost

$10