Pastel (Israeli Spiced Meat Pie)

Pastel (Israeli Spiced Meat Pie) recipe pinit

Pastel is a popular dish in Israeli cuisine and is often enjoyed as a street food snack.

This is high protein and non vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 80 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 20 mins
Servings: 4 Calories: 1600
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and minced garlic, sauté until golden.
  3. Add ground beef to the pan and cook until browned. Season with cumin, paprika, turmeric, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
  4. Remove the pan from heat and let the meat mixture cool.
  5. Roll out one sheet of puff pastry and line a pie dish with it.
  6. Spoon the cooled meat mixture onto the puff pastry.
  7. Roll out the second sheet of puff pastry and cover the pie, sealing the edges.
  8. Beat the egg and brush it over the top of the pie.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown.
  10. Let the pastel rest for 10 minutes before serving.
  11. Slice and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts

Servings 4


Amount Per Serving
Calories 400kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25g39%
Total Carbohydrate 25g9%
Sugars 5g
Protein 20g40%

* 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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