Moroccan Pigeon Pie (B'stilla)

Moroccan Pigeon Pie (B'stilla)

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Traditionally pigeon is used to make this slightly sweet, savory Moroccan pie, but chicken thighs, quail, or Cornish game hens make excellent substitutes.

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Cooking tools:

  • Food processor
  • Springform pan
  • Pastry brush
  • Saucepan
  • Tongs
  • Cutting board
  • Chef's knife
  • Whisk
  • Oven
  • Stove
  • Measuring cup
  • Measuring spoon
  • Spoon
  • Mixing bowl
  • Plate
  • Aluminum foil

Ingredients

  • 1⁄2 cup blanched almonds
  • 3 lb. pigeon (5-6) or bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 3 cups chicken stock
  • 3 eggs
  • 3 tbsp. olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, minced
  • 1 tbsp. ras el hanout
  • 1⁄2 tsp. crushed red chile flakes
  • 1⁄4 tsp. saffron threads, mixed with 1 tsp. water
  • 3 tbsp. minced cilantro
  • 3 tbsp. minced parsley
  • Kosher salt
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • 6 tbsp. unsalted butter, melted, plus more
  • 8 sheets phyllo dough
  • 1⁄4 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 1 tsp. ground cinnamon

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