In the Middle East we are known for making pastries, the fillings vary but the dough is usually the same. Spinach filling is one of the most popular fillings, but it can be minced meat, white cheese, or good Zaatar!
What Are Fatayer Sabanekh (Spinach Pastries)
These spinach pastries or Fatayer Sabanekh remind me of my childhood, my Mum used to bake them a lot when I was a kid and I remember how whenever I started eating them I just could not stop, one pastry after another… you’re full… but you still want one more! This is how it is with Spinach pastries!! Seriously addicting! Sabanekh is Spinach in English, while Fatayer translates into pastries.
How to Make Fatayer Sabanekh
The dough that I used to make these pastries is perfect for any form of savoury pastries (This is my Mum’s recipe btw!), it really is that wonderful that it can be used to make many different things. What I love about this dough recipe is that it turns out soft and fluffy, and it also holds the shape very well… Speaking of the shape, these might remind you of the Indian Samosa but below I explained to you step by step on how to make these tasty triangles! Regarding the size you can either make them small or big, if you’re planning on serving them at a party then you should definitely make them small, but if you’re making them just for lunch at home then I’d go with medium sized triangles. These pastries are perfect for lunch boxes (kids are back to school next week!), picnics, make-ahead appetisers for home parties or events (your guests will LOVE them), they are also great for a wonderful morning meal, lunch, or snacks especially if you’re in a hurry! The filling is very healthy, it is also a great way to get your kids to eat spinach. It consists of sautéed onions with spinach, squeeze a lemon, and then just add a little bit of salt and Sumac. It is a very simple recipe and it’s also great if you’re on a budget! The pastries can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for weeks, they also freeze very well and you will be amazed that even if you decide to store in the freezer, after briefly heating them in the microwave they will still be soft and tender! I hope that you love this recipe as much as I do, and don’t forget to check out more of my Middle Eastern Recipes. © Little Sunny Kitchen
