Spinach Fatayer (Spinach Pies)

Ingredients

• Flour3 cups
• olive oil or corn oil1/4 to 1/2 cup
• Warm water1/2 cup
• Yeast1 packet
• spinach filling (see next recipe)as needed
• minced meat mixture (optional, see Bab al-Lahm)1/4 kg

Allergens (inferred from ingredient names): cereals_gluten

Nutrition per serving (modelled estimate, not measured): kcal 230, protein 6, fat 10, carbs 30, fiber 3, sugar 1

Original steps

1. Dissolve the yeast in warm water with a little sugar, cover, and let it rise.
2. Add the oil to the flour, then knead with water until a cohesive dough of the desired consistency forms; add the yeast and knead well.
3. Roll out the dough with a rolling pin on a floured surface, then cut into appropriate pieces using a round or square cutter.
4. Fill each piece with the spinach mixture, adding the minced meat to the filling if available, then fold the piece carefully.
5. Grease a baking tray with oil, arrange the pies in the tray, brush the tops with oil, and bake in a medium-heat oven until the tops are golden brown.