Bosnian Pita (phyllo pie) with Spinach Filling

Bosnian Pita (phyllo pie) with Spinach Filling recipe pinit

Bosnian Pita is a traditional dish in Bosnia and Herzegovina, often served as a main course or as a part of festive meals.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 45 min Rest Time 15 min Total Time 1 hr 30 mins
Servings: 6 Calories: 2100
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. In a pan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until translucent.
  3. Add the spinach to the pan and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and let it cool.
  4. In a bowl, beat the eggs and crumble the feta cheese. Add salt and black pepper, and mix well.
  5. Grease a baking dish with olive oil. Layer 5 sheets of phyllo dough in the bottom of the dish, brushing each sheet with olive oil.
  6. Spread the spinach mixture evenly over the phyllo dough.
  7. Pour the egg and feta cheese mixture over the spinach.
  8. Layer the remaining phyllo dough sheets on top, brushing each sheet with olive oil.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until golden brown.
  10. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts

Servings 6


Amount Per Serving
Calories 350kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20g31%
Total Carbohydrate 30g10%
Sugars 2g
Protein 12g24%

* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.

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