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Savory Lamb and Spinach Pastry Pockets

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  • Serves 4
  • Cooks in 55 mins (30m prep + 25m cook)
  • Difficulty: Moderate
  • Tastes: Bitter Salty Sour Sweet Umami
  • Estimated nutrition per serving

pastry, lamb

local_grocery_store Ingredients

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  1. 1.Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
  2. 2.In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, sauté until translucent.
  3. 3.Add cooked lamb and spinach to the skillet, stir in crumbled feta, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes.
  4. 4.Roll out the puff pastry and cut into 12 squares. Place a spoonful of the lamb mixture in the center of each square.
  5. 5.Fold the pastry over the filling to form triangles, press edges with a fork to seal.
  6. 6.Brush each pastry pocket with beaten egg.
  7. 7.Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden and puffed.
  8. 8.Serve warm.

lightbulb_outline Tips

  • chevron_rightAdd a pinch of cumin or paprika to the lamb mixture for an extra kick.
  • chevron_rightServe with a side of tzatziki or a simple yogurt dip for a refreshing contrast.