Ingredients for the Filling
- 400 g ground beef (preferably beef)
- 4 ripe tomatoes, finely chopped
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 carrot, grated
- 100 g water
- 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- Salt
- Pepper
- Sweet paprika
- Oregano
- 150 g feta cheese, crumbled by hand
- Olive oil
Preparation of the Filling
- Heat the olive oil in a pot over medium heat.
- Sauté the onion, carrot, and garlic until softened.
- Add the ground beef and cook until browned.
- Stir in the tomatoes, water, salt, pepper, paprika, and oregano.
- Cover the pot and let it simmer for 35–40 minutes until the beef is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Add a little water if needed during cooking.
Ingredients for the Phyllo Dough
- 500 g all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon vinegar
- 100 g olive oil
- 150 g water
Preparation of the Phyllo Dough
- In a mixing bowl, place the flour and make a well in the center.
- Add the vinegar, salt, and olive oil to the well.
- Mix the flour with your hands to combine the oil evenly.
- Gradually add the water and knead until you form a soft, non-sticky dough. If the dough is too wet, sprinkle in a little more flour and knead until smooth.
- Divide the dough into 4 equal pieces and roll each piece out into thin sheets on a floured surface.
Assembly
- Grease a baking tray with olive oil and lay the first phyllo sheet on the bottom.
- Drizzle a little olive oil on top and place the second sheet.
- Spread the prepared beef filling evenly over the phyllo sheets and sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese on top.
- Cover the filling with the remaining two sheets of phyllo, layering them with olive oil in between.
- Drizzle some olive oil on the top layer.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 170–180°C (340–355°F) for about 60 minutes, or until the pie is golden and crispy.
Serving Suggestion Let the pie cool slightly before cutting into portions. Serve warm and enjoy the flaky crust paired with the flavorful filling.
Closing Note This traditional ground beef pie with homemade phyllo dough is a celebration of Greek flavors. Each layer of flaky pastry combined with the hearty, savory filling brings comfort and nostalgia to your plate. Perfect for family gatherings or a special treat, this dish is sure to become a favorite. Bon appétit!
