Description
These Cheese Fatayer are a delicious Middle Eastern pastry with a golden, flaky crust filled with a savory cheese mixture. Perfect as an appetizer or snack, these fatayer are made with a blend of feta, mozzarella, and fresh herbs, baked to crispy perfection. A must-try for cheese lovers and anyone craving savory pastries!
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon instant yeast
1 teaspoon sugar
½ teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons olive oil
¾ cup warm water (more if needed)
1 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
1 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
1 tablespoon fresh mint (chopped)
1 teaspoon lemon zest
Salt and pepper (to taste)
1 egg (beaten)
1 tablespoon water
Instructions
Prepare the Dough:
In a bowl, mix flour, yeast, sugar, and salt.
Add olive oil and warm water, then knead until the dough is smooth. Let it rise for 1 hour.
Prepare the Filling:
In a separate bowl, combine feta cheese, mozzarella cheese, parsley, mint, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
Form the Fatayer:
Once the dough has risen, divide it into small balls.
Flatten each ball into a circle.
Spoon the cheese filling into the center of each dough circle and fold the edges to form a triangle.
Bake the Fatayer:
Brush the fatayer with the egg wash (beaten egg mixed with 1 tablespoon of water).
Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
Notes
Let the dough rest for the best texture and ease when working with it.
Adjust the amount of salt in the filling based on the saltiness of the feta cheese used.
For the best taste, serve these fatayer warm right out of the oven.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
