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Spinach Puff Pastry (Spanakopita)
Prep
45 min
Cook
30 min
Total time
75 min
Yield
12 porções
Difficulty
EASY
Calories
150 kcal

Quick summary

“Spinach puff pastry is light and healthy, perfect for a healthy snack or light meal. The puff pastry sheets give a crispy texture that contrasts nicely with the spinach filling.”

What you need to know

  • O espinafre adiciona uma boa dose de vitamina A e C
  • A massa folhada é fácil de trabalhar e dá um aspecto elegante ao prato
  • O recheio de espinafre é simples de preparar e pode ser feito antecipadamente

Ingredients

Main

  • tablespoons olive oil
  • unit eggs
  • g puff pastry
  • tablespoons oat flour
  • g grated cheese
  • g cooked spinach

Instructions

Principal

  1. On a floured surface, roll out the puff pastry and cut into rectangles. Place the filling in the center and fold the sides, closing well. Place the empanadas on a previously greased baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes or until they are golden and crispy.

Chef's tips

  • Use uma superfície enfarinhada para facilitar a manobra da massa
  • Reserve um pouco de massa folhada para fechar as empanadas se necessário
  • Cozinhe as folhas de espinafre levemente antes de usar para evitar que a massa ficasse muito úmida

Variations

  • Adicione picantes no recheio para dar um toque picante
  • Use diferentes tipos de queijo para variar o sabor
  • Experimente com outros vegetais como cenoura ou alho poro

Substitutions

  • Se não tiver espinafre, pode usar couve ou couve-flor
  • O creme de leite pode ser substituído por leite de soja se preferir uma versão sem lactose
  • O queijo ralado pode ser trocado por parmesão

How to store

The pastries should be consumed on the same day after preparation. To store, leave them in a bowl covered with plastic wrap and keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Can it be frozen?

It is not recommended to freeze the ready-made puff pastries. However, the filling can be frozen individually and used later. Freeze the empanadas without filling, wrapped in aluminum foil, for up to 3 months.

What to serve with

Serve the pastries with a tomato sauce or hummus to add more flavor. They can also be accompanied by a green salad or whole wheat toast.

Frequently asked questions

Are these puff pastries suitable for people with milk allergies?

Yes, you can replace the heavy cream with soy milk, coconut milk, or water to prepare a lactose-free version.

How should I prepare the puff pastries if the dough is sticking?

If the dough is sticking, you can rub a little oil on the work surface or flour it again to make it easier to work with.

Can I make the filling days in advance?

Yes, the spinach filling can be prepared and frozen individually up to 3 months before the final preparation of the puff pastries.

Can the puff pastries be prepared without the heavy cream?

Yes, the heavy cream can be replaced by soy milk or water if you prefer a lighter version.

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