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Greek Phyllo Meat Pie (Kimadopita) Recipe


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  • Author: Recipes Tasteful
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 8 serving 1x

Description

This traditional Greek Phyllo Meat Pie, also known as Kimadopita, is a savory pie filled with spiced ground meat, leeks, and onions, all encased in crispy, golden layers of buttery phyllo pastry. It’s a comforting dish that’s perfect for family gatherings, dinner parties, or as a hearty weeknight meal. The unique blend of allspice, cinnamon, and paprika gives it a rich Mediterranean flavor that will leave your taste buds craving more.


Ingredients

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For the Meat Filling:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 500g (17.6 oz) ground beef (or half ground beef and half ground pork)
  • 200g (7 oz) leeks, finely chopped
  • 130g (4.6 oz) onion, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ground allspice
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 teaspoons sweet paprika
  • ⅓ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Pie:

  • 450g (1 package) phyllo pastry
  • 145g (⅔ cup) milk
  • 70g (3 tablespoons) Greek yogurt
  • 80ml water
  • 120g (12 tablespoons) olive oil (or half olive oil and half vegetable oil, or melted butter)
  • 2 medium eggs
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Thaw Phyllo: Thaw the phyllo pastry in the fridge overnight or for at least 6 hours to prevent it from drying out.
  • Prepare the Meat Filling:
    • Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over high heat. Add the ground meat, breaking it into crumbles. Sauté until browned and the juices have evaporated.
    • Stir in allspice, nutmeg, cinnamon, paprika, and coriander.
    • Add the leeks and onions, reduce heat to medium, and sauté until softened.
    • Season with salt and pepper, then remove from heat and stir in the minced parsley. Let it cool.
  • Assemble the Pie:
    • Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F).
    • Whisk together milk, Greek yogurt, water, olive oil, eggs, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
    • Cut the phyllo stack in half, covering with a damp towel.
    • Grease a 13×9-inch pan and layer two sheets of phyllo, drizzling with the milk mixture. Continue layering and drizzling with the milk mixture until half of the phyllo is used.
    • Spread the meat filling evenly over the phyllo base.
    • Cover with the remaining phyllo sheets, layering with the milk mixture as before.
    • Cut the pie into 8 pieces and pour the remaining milk mixture over the top.
  • Bake:
    • Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden and crispy.
    • Let it cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • Be sure to keep the phyllo pastry covered with a damp towel while assembling to prevent it from drying out.
  • You can substitute half of the ground beef with ground pork for a slightly richer flavor.
  • If you prefer a spicier pie, add a chopped chili pepper or red pepper flakes to the meat filling.
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: main course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Greek

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/8 of the pie
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 19g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg