Lamb Phyllo Rolls

These savory Lamb Phyllo Rolls are a delightful twist on traditional Greek appetizers, combining tender ground lamb with aromatic spices and creamy cheeses. The filling features a rich blend of onions, tomatoes, and fresh herbs, wrapped in crisp, buttery phyllo dough. Baked until golden, these rolls offer a perfect balance of textures and flavors, making them an excellent choice for dinner parties or festive gatherings. Serve warm with a dusting of cinnamon sugar for a unique sweet-and-savory experience.

Cooking Method: Baking, Boiling, Stewing

Cuisine: Greek

Courses: Baked Goods

Difficulty: Advanced

Servings: 4

Calories: 144

Description

These savory Lamb Phyllo Rolls are a delightful twist on traditional Greek appetizers, combining tender ground lamb with aromatic spices and creamy cheeses. The filling features a rich blend of onions, tomatoes, and fresh herbs, wrapped in crisp, buttery phyllo dough. Baked until golden, these rolls offer a perfect balance of textures and flavors, making them an excellent choice for dinner parties or festive gatherings. Serve warm with a dusting of cinnamon sugar for a unique sweet-and-savory experience.

Ingredients

Extra-virgin olive oil
Unsalted butter
Onion, finely chopped
Lean lamb, finely ground
Ripe tomatoes, peeled and diced
Honey
Ground cinnamon, or to taste
Sea salt, or to taste
Cracked black pepper
Reduced meat stock or robust red wine
Flat-leaf parsley, minced
Dried marjoram
Fresh myzithra cheese (or drained small-curd cottage cheese)
Feta cheese, finely grated
Nutmeg, grated
Phyllo dough
Confectioners' sugar and ground cinnamon, for serving

Directions

1
Warm 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of the butter in a heavy skillet over low heat.
2
Add the onion and sauté until soft, about 8 minutes.
3
Raise the heat, add the lamb, and sauté until lightly browned, breaking up any lumps with a wooden spoon.
4
Add the tomatoes, honey, cinnamon, salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of the pepper, and bring to a boil.
5
Add 1/4 cup reduced meat stock or robust red wine, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat.
6
Simmer for 15 minutes, or until almost all the liquid has evaporated.
7
Stir in 1 1/2 tablespoons minced flat-leaf parsley and 1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram, adjusting cinnamon and pepper to taste (do not add salt at this point as the cheese mixture is salty).
8
Set the meat mixture aside to cool completely, or refrigerate for up to 24 hours.
9
Heat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
10
Press 1 cup fresh myzithra cheese (or drained small-curd cottage cheese) through a sieve or food mill into a bowl.
11
Combine the myzithra with 1/3 cup finely grated feta cheese, 1/2 teaspoon grated nutmeg, the remaining 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and 2 egg yolks. Cover and set aside.
12
Combine the remaining 4 tablespoons butter and 4 tablespoons olive oil in a small saucepan and melt over very low heat.
13
Brush a heavy baking sheet with some of this melted butter-oil mixture.
14
Lay the 12 phyllo sheets one on top of another and cut in half crosswise to create 24 rectangular pieces.
15
Place a small spoonful of the lamb mixture in one corner of each phyllo rectangle, then top with a small dollop of the cheese mixture.
16
Roll the phyllo tightly around the filling to form a roll, placing them seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
17
Brush the tops of the rolls with the remaining melted butter-oil mixture.
18
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the phyllo is golden brown and crisp.
19
Serve warm, dusted with confectioners' sugar and a pinch of ground cinnamon if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4 cups

Amount Per Serving
Calories 144kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12.2g19%
Saturated Fat 4.9g25%
Cholesterol 36mg12%
Sodium 427mg18%
Total Carbohydrate 1.5g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.6g3%
Sugars 0.6g
Protein 7.3g15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: lamb, phyllo, greek, rolls, cheese, feta, myzithra, cinnamon, onion, tomato, herbs, baking, appetizer, savory, pastry, ground meat, mediterranean, party food, meat rolls

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