B'Stilla (Or Pastilla) Recipe

Name: B'Stilla (Or Pastilla)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup ground almonds blanched toasted and; 3 pounds squab or 5-6 chicken thighs; 3 cups chicken stock; 3 eggs; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 4 cloves garlic minced; 1 yellow onion medium, minced; 6 tablespoons unsalted butter melted; 8 sheets phyllo dough; 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar; herbs; 1 tablespoon ras el hanout; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red chile flakes; 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads mixed with 1 tsp. water; salt to taste; freshly ground pepper to taste; cinnamon for decoration

Servings: persons

1/2 cup ground almonds blanched toasted and
3 pounds squab or 5-6 chicken thighs
3 cups chicken stock
3 eggs
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic minced
1 yellow onion medium, minced
6 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
8 sheets phyllo dough
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
herbs
1 tablespoon ras el hanout
1/2 teaspoon crushed red chile flakes
1/4 teaspoon saffron threads mixed with 1 tsp. water
salt to taste
freshly ground pepper to taste
cinnamon for decoration

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["Add meat and stock to a pan; boil; then reduce heat to medium-low and cook, covered, 40 minutes.", "Transfer meat to a cutting board; let cool, then shred, discarding skin and bones.", "Simmer cooking liquid over medium heat until sauce is reduced to 1 cup, 30 minutes; then let cool and whisk in eggs.", "Cook garlic and onion until golden in oil; then add the spices; cook 1-2 minutes and remove the sauce from the heat.", "Stir in ground almonds, shredded meat, sauce, the herbs, salt, and pepper; set filling aside.", "Heat oven to 400u00b0F and grease a 9"" springform pan with butter.", "Fit 2 buttered sheets of phyllo into pan, with corners hanging over the edges.", "Spread 1/3 filling over phyllo and repeat the layering process twice more, then fold corners of phyllo over filling.", "Top with remaining 2 sheets of buttered phyllo; tuck corners around sides of pan; then bake until golden and filling is cooked through, 30 minutes.", "Let cool, then unmold; dust with confectioners' sugar and cinnamon.", "Serve and enjoy."]

1423

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

152

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup ground almonds blanched toasted and, 3 pounds squab or 5-6 chicken thighs, 3 cups chicken stock, 3 eggs, and more.

Yes, B'Stilla (Or Pastilla) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

B'Stilla (Or Pastilla)

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