Esfiha (Sfiha) – OvenSource

Esfiha (Sfiha) – OvenSource

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Esfiha, also spelled Sfiha, is a popular Middle Eastern savory pastry that has become a staple in Brazilian cuisine, especially among the large Lebanese communi

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Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/4 cup warm water (105°F to 115°F)
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup milk (warm)
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 egg
  • 1 lb ground beef (or lamb for a more traditional flavor)
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, peeled and finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup pine nuts (optional, but adds a nice texture)
  • 1/2 teaspoon allspice
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Salt to taste
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

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