Greek Peinirli Recipe

Name: Greek Peinirli
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Dough; 500 g all-purpose white flour; 500 g bread flour; 50 g fresh yeast; 100 g melted butter; 200 ml milk; 1 egg; 1 tablespoon honey; 1 tablespoon salt; Filling; 1/2 kg kasseri cheese, roughly grated; 150 g butter; 1 teaspoon oregano leaves, whole; 8 ham slices (optional); 8 slices bacon, cooked (optional)

Servings: persons

Dough
500 g all-purpose white flour
500 g bread flour
50 g fresh yeast
100 g melted butter
200 ml milk
1 egg
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon salt
Filling
1/2 kg kasseri cheese, roughly grated
150 g butter
1 teaspoon oregano leaves, whole
8 ham slices (optional)
8 slices bacon, cooked (optional)

1
Warm the milk to make it slightly tepid and put in a mixing bowl, now add the honey and dissolve it, then add the yeast and dissolve it.
2
Mix the 2 types of flour together and then add 200g of this mixture to the milk and mix well.
3
Cover the bowl with cling film and leave in a warm place for 30 minutes, to activate the yeast and rise.
4
Put the remaining flour in a large bowl and add the salt and melted butter.
5
Beat the egg in a little tepid water and add to the mixture.
6
Add the flour and yeast mixture to this mixture and knead well, adding some tepid water to make a non-sticky pliable dough.
7
Cover the bowl with cling film and leave in a warm place for approximately 1 hour until it has doubled in size.
8
Divide the dough into 8 equal balls and roll each ball out flat and give them an oval shape.
9
Spread the grated cheese lengthwise in the centre of each one. You can sprinkle a few leaves of oregano on top if you wish.
10
If you are using ham and bacon, put the slice of ham at the bottom, the cheese on top of it and the slice of bacon on top of that.
11
Looking at the dough with the oval-shape horizontal in front of you, take the top left and bottom right corners and fold them in a little bit toward the centre.
12
Then take the top right and bottom left corners and do the same.
13
Pinch the two ends of the oval together so that you get the boat-like shape.
14
Cut the 150g butter into 8 equal pieces and place in the centre of each.
15
Sprinkle a shallow oven dish with some flour, place the 8 peinirli on it and leave in a warm place for 30 minutes.
16
Then put them in a pre heated oven at 250 degrees Celsius for 20-30 minutes, until they are golden brown.
17
Serve warm.

2588

kcal

Calories

144

Fat

198

Carbs

122

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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Dough, 500 g all-purpose white flour, 500 g bread flour, 50 g fresh yeast, and more.

Yes, Greek Peinirli 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!

Greek Peinirli

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Variations & substitutions

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