Jul 14 2026
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Spanakoteropeta Recipe

Inspired by Pegasus Taverna
Time1h
Serves6

Fresh spinach, feta cheese and spices in thin, delicate filo.

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Ingredients

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Filling

Filo Pastry

Method

Filling Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Spinach

    Wash the fresh spinach thoroughly and chop it coarsely. Squeeze out excess water and set aside.

  2. 2

    Cook Onions and Garlic

    In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Combine Filling Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the sautéed onion and garlic with the chopped spinach, crumbled feta cheese, dill, beaten egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.

Filo Assembly

  1. 4

    Prepare the Filo Pastry

    Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Lay out the filo pastry sheets on a clean, dry surface. Keep the sheets covered with a damp cloth to prevent them from drying out.

  2. 5

    Layer the Filo

    Take one sheet of filo pastry and brush it lightly with melted butter. Place another sheet on top and brush again. Repeat this process with 4-5 sheets.

  3. 6

    Add the Filling

    Place a row of the filling mixture along one edge of the layered filo, leaving a small border. Roll the pastry tightly to form a log, tucking in the sides as you go.

  4. 7

    Bake the Spanakoteropeta

    Transfer the rolled spanakoteropeta to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the top with more melted butter. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and crisp.

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