Mizithropita
Mizithropita are traditional Greek cheese pies, often enjoyed as a snack or light meal. These small, savory pastries feature a simple dough wrapped around a creamy mizithra cheese filling, baked until golden and delicious. They are a delightful taste of Greek comfort food.
Oryginalny przepis autorstwa Forkin
- Łączny czas
- 55 min
- Porcje
- 4
- Trudność
- Średni
Informacja o alergenach: może zawierać jaja, gluten i mleko. W razie alergii zawsze sprawdzaj opakowania składników.
Przygotowanie stanowiska
Składniki
dough
- 300 gall-purpose flour
- 100 mlwater, warm
- 30 mlolive oil
- 0,5 łyżeczkasalt
- 7 gdry yeast
filling
- 250 gmizithra cheese, crumbled
- 50 gfeta cheese, crumbled
- 1 szt.egg
- 1 łyżkafresh mint, finely chopped
- 0,25 łyżeczkablack pepper, freshly ground
for brushing
- 15 mlolive oil
Sprzęt
rolling pin · fork · large bowl · baking sheet · parchment paper · measuring cups and spoons
Sposób przygotowania
Krok po kroku
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the warm water, dry yeast, and a pinch of the salt. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
Około 5 min
Wskazówka kucharza: Ensure the water is warm, not hot, to activate the yeast properly.
- 2
Add the olive oil for the dough and the remaining salt to the yeast mixture.
- 3
Gradually add the all-purpose flour, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
Około 2 min
- 4
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Około 7 min
Wskazówka kucharza: If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour, one tablespoon at a time.
- 5
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 30 minutes, or until doubled in size.
Około 30 min
- 6
While the dough is rising, prepare the filling. In a medium bowl, combine the mizithra cheese, feta cheese, egg, fresh mint, and black pepper.
Około 5 min
Wskazówka kucharza: Mizithra cheese can be found at Greek specialty stores. Ricotta can be a substitute, but the flavor will be different.
- 7
Mix the filling ingredients well until fully combined.
Około 1 min
- 8
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Około 10 min
- 9
Once the dough has risen, punch it down gently and divide it into 8 equal pieces.
Około 2 min
- 10
Roll each piece of dough into a thin circle, about 10-12 cm (4-5 inches) in diameter.
Około 5 min
- 11
Place a spoonful of the cheese filling in the center of each dough circle.
Około 2 min
- 12
Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape, then crimp the edges with a fork to seal.
Około 4 min
Wskazówka kucharza: Ensure the edges are well-sealed to prevent the filling from leaking during baking.
- 13
Arrange the mizithropita on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Około 1 min
- 14
Brush the tops of each mizithropita with the olive oil for brushing.
Około 1 min
Wskazówka kucharza: This will help them brown nicely and achieve a crisp crust.
- 15
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.
Około 25 min
Wskazówka kucharza: Keep an eye on them to prevent over-browning.
- 16
Serve warm and enjoy!
Przechowuj prawidłowo
Store leftover mizithropita in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat in a preheated oven at 150°C (300°F) for 10-15 minutes, or until warmed through.