Meat Pie (crispy Pite Me Mish)

Meat Pie (Crispy Pite me Mish) is a traditional Albanian dish that features a delicious combination of seasoned meat encased in crispy, flaky pastry.

Not Suitable For Vegetarians Main Course Albanian Albanian Cuisine Meat Pie Pite Me Mish
Meat Pie (crispy Pite Me Mish)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 package of phyllo dough
  • 1/2 cup melted butter

Instructions

  1. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion until translucent.
  2. Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
  3. Season the meat with salt, black pepper, paprika, and dried oregano. Stir well to combine.
  4. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  5. Layer the phyllo dough sheets, brushing each sheet with melted butter as you layer them.
  6. Spoon the seasoned meat mixture onto the layered phyllo dough.
  7. Roll the phyllo dough to encase the meat, creating a log shape.
  8. Place the rolled meat pie on a baking sheet and brush the top with melted butter.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and crispy.
  10. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
45 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
20g
Carbohydrates
25g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Baking sheet Brush for butter

Tools

Skillet Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve the Meat Pie with a side of fresh salad and yogurt.

Tips & tricks

For a crispier crust, brush the phyllo dough with butter generously.

Cost

$15