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    Accueil » Countries » Greece

    Authentic easy Spanakopita

    Publié le : Mar 28, 2023 · Modifié le : Nov 14, 2023 par Marie · Leave a Comment

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    A classic of traditional Greek cuisine, Spanakopita is a delicious crispy puff pastry with spinach and feta cheese. Tasty and easy, this generous recipe is perfect for sharing around a merry table or at a country picnic.

    Spanakopita in its mold.

    If you like typical Greek cuisine, you'll love the Greek shrimp saganaki, the Ktipiti (a delicious spread with peppers and feta cheese) or the Greek-style zucchini fritters.

    Table des matières
    • 💙 Why you'll love it
    • 🧀 Ingredients
    • ✅ Dairy-free version
    • 🥰 Chef's tips
    • ❄️Storage / freezing
    • 🇬🇷 Other Greek gems
    • 📖 Recette

    💙 Why you'll love it

    • It's very easy to make.
    • It requires onlya handful of ingredients, which are easy to find and use.
    • It is vegetarian and can be kept for several days (ideal for batch cooking).
    • One bite and you're transported to Greece.

    🧀 Ingredients

    These are the main ingredients, and the quantities can be found in the recipe card below.

    • Spinach: I always recommend fresh produce when I can, but it's true that in this recipe, it's quicker and more convenient to use frozen, since fresh spinach shrinks enormously so you'd need a large quantity.
    • Dill, to flavour this Spanakopita.
    • Eggs - ideally pasture-raised organic. You can refer to the Eco Tips I've written on eggs to help you choose the right ones.
    • Yellow or white onion.
    • Garlic - if you want to choose your garlic carefully so you do not encourage the slavery of Chinese prisoners, read my Eco Tips on the subject.
    • Feta cheese, the star product of Greek cuisine.
    • Fillo pastry sheets, also called phyllo dough - available in many supermarkets.
    • Olive oil: another classic of Greek (and Mediterranean) cuisine, try to use quality olive oil, as it's an important ingredient in this recipe.
    Spanakopita portion on a plate.

    ✅ Dairy-free version

    To make this recipe dairy-free, use dairy-free feta cheese (yes, there is such a thing!).

    🥰 Chef's tips

    You can serve this Spanakopita with a small green salad and a classic vinaigrette.

    ❄️Storage / freezing

    Once cold, cut the Spanakopita into wedges and place in an airtight Tupperware-style container in the fridge. This means you can keep it for 2 to 3 days. To reheat, place in the oven at 320°F/160°C for a few minutes.

    You can also freeze it: cut it into slices and place them in a freezer bag, with the recipe and date written on it. Remove as much air as possible, seal the bag and place in the freezer.

    Spanakopita portion on a plate.

    🇬🇷 Other Greek gems

    • The real Greek salad (with an original and delicious vinaigrette)
    • Authentic pita breads
    • The famous tzatziki, perfect as an appetizer

    If you make this Spanakopita, it would be so nice to leave me a comment and rate the recipe ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️. You can also tag me on Instagram, Pinterest, Facebook or Tik Tok, or even send me a photo, I love seeing my little dishes in your homes!

    📖 Recette

    Spanakopita dans son moule.
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    Authentic easy Spanakopita

    Delicious crispy dish with spinach and feta, Spanakopita is a tasty, generous and easy-to-make Greek dish.
    Servings 4 servings
    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 45 minutes mins
    Total Time 50 minutes mins

    Ingredients

    • 35 oz frozen spinach
    • 3 tablespoons dill
    • 2 eggs
    • 1 onion
    • 2 garlic cloves
    • 7 oz feta cheese
    • 6 fillo pastry sheets also called phyllo dough
    • Olive oil amount may vary depending on how you use it in the recipe, typically a few tablespoons
    Metric - US Customary

    Instructions

    • In a saucepan, melt the frozen spinach and cook until all the water has evaporated (this is a crucial step).
    • Finely chop the garlic and onion, then sauté in a hot pan with a drizzle of olive oil, until translucent.
    • In a bowl, beat the eggs, then crumble the feta using your hands. Add the dill and mix well.
    • Preheat your oven to 390°F/200°C in natural convection/static heat mode, top and bottom. Brush the bottom of a baking dish with olive oil. Place a fillo pastry sheet in the dish, brush with olive oil, then add a second sheet, also brushed, and repeat the process a third time. Place half the spinach, two oiled fillo pastry sheets, the rest of the spinach and finish with three oiled fillo pastry sheets.
    • Score lightly with a knife and bake for 30-35 minutes, until golden brown.
    Author: Marie Compain
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: Greek
    Keyword: crispy, delicious, easy
    Régime: Vegetarian

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    About Marie

    Marie Compain est la fondatrice, créatrice de recettes et photographe culinaire de Marie Food Tips. Depuis 2021, Marie partage ses recettes faciles et familiales, toujours gourmandes et bourrées de saveurs, pour la vie quotidienne ou les occasions plus spéciales.

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