Fatai (Lebanese Meat Pies) Recipe

Name: Fatai (Lebanese Meat Pies)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 480 ml Plain flour; 120 ml + 1 tablespoon Lukewarm water; 2 tbsp Vegetable oil; 1 tsp Salt; 1/2 tsp Dried yeast; 400 grams Ground beef; 1 large Potato; 1 small Onion; 1/2 tsp each Salt and pepper; 3 tbsp Lemon juice

Servings: persons

480 ml Plain flour
120 ml + 1 tablespoon Lukewarm water
2 tbsp Vegetable oil
1 tsp Salt
1/2 tsp Dried yeast
400 grams Ground beef
1 large Potato
1 small Onion
1/2 tsp each Salt and pepper
3 tbsp Lemon juice

1
Put the dough ingredients into a bowl and knead well.
2
Once smooth, divide into 12-14 portions, roll into balls, and let rest.
3
Cut the potatoes into small pieces and finely shop the onions.
4
In a separate bowl, mix the ground meat, lemon juice, salt, and pepper and mix it together.
5
Put a teaspoon of Step 2 on a small plate and heat it up in the microwave to taste-test.
6
Adjust the seasonings as needed.
7
Roll out Step 1 into round discs, then top with 1.5 tablespoon of the filling from Step 2.
8
Shape the filling into a triangle.
9
Fold up the sides to create a triangle.
10
Leave the center open.
11
Transfer to a baking sheet.
12
Bake in an oven warmed to 200C for 12 minutes until lightly browned.

786

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 480 ml Plain flour, 120 ml + 1 tablespoon Lukewarm water, 2 tbsp Vegetable oil, 1 tsp Salt, and more.

Yes, Fatai (Lebanese Meat Pies) falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Fatai (Lebanese Meat Pies)

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