Description
A crispy, golden phyllo pastry filled with a savory spiced ground beef mixture, baked to perfection for a flaky and flavorful Middle Eastern delight. This Egyptian-style goulash is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for family dinners or special gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pack phyllo dough (thawed)
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground allspice
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup beef broth
Instructions
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Preheat Oven & Prepare Dish:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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Cook the Beef Filling:
- In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté onions until soft.
- Add garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Season with cinnamon, allspice, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and remove from heat.
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Layer the Phyllo Dough:
- Lay one sheet of phyllo dough in the baking dish, brushing with melted butter.
- Repeat the process with half of the phyllo sheets.
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Assemble the Pie:
- Spread the cooked beef mixture evenly over the phyllo.
- Layer the remaining phyllo sheets on top, brushing each with butter.
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Prepare the Egg Mixture & Bake:
- In a bowl, whisk together egg, milk, and beef broth.
- Pour evenly over the pie.
- Score the top into squares for easy slicing.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden and crispy.
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Serve & Enjoy:
- Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
Notes
- For extra crispiness, lightly brush each phyllo layer with butter or oil.
- Add pine nuts or raisins to the filling for a traditional touch.
- Works well with ground lamb or turkey as a variation.
- Serve with yogurt, tzatziki, or a simple side salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern, Egyptian
