Spicy Lamb & Feta Phyllo Rolls with Smoked Paprika Yogurt
These crispy phyllo rolls are bursting with savory, spicy ground lamb, tangy feta, and a hint of mint. They're served with a cooling, smoky yogurt dip that perfectly balances the heat. A sophisticated and flavorful lunch option that’s sure to impress.
Prep Time
90 min
Difficulty
Hard
Servings
4
Calories
550 kcal
Instructions
- 1
Finely chop the onion, mince the garlic, and chop the fresh mint. In a food processor, pulse the mint until finely chopped.
~5 min - 2
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground lamb and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain off any excess fat.
~10 min - 3
Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic, red pepper flakes, dried oregano, and cinnamon. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
~6 min - 4
Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the chopped mint and crumbled feta cheese. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Let the mixture cool slightly.
~5 min - 5
Melt the butter in a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl.
~2 min - 6
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
~3 min - 7
Lay one sheet of phyllo dough on a clean surface. Brush generously with melted butter. Top with another sheet of phyllo dough and brush again. Repeat this process until you have 3 layers of phyllo dough stacked.
~10 min - 8
Spoon about 1/6 of the lamb and feta mixture along one of the long edges of the phyllo sheets. Roll up tightly, jelly-roll style, tucking in the sides as you go to create a neat roll.
~3 min - 9
Place the roll seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining phyllo sheets and lamb mixture to make 6 rolls.
~5 min - 10
Brush the tops of the rolls with the remaining melted butter. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
~25 min - 11
While the rolls are baking, prepare the yogurt dip. In a small bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, smoked paprika, lemon juice, and remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well.
~5 min - 12
Let the phyllo rolls cool for a few minutes before serving. Serve warm with the smoked paprika yogurt dip.
~5 min
Tips
- Ensure your phyllo dough is completely thawed according to package directions. Keep unused sheets covered with a damp towel to prevent them from drying out.
- For extra spice, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the lamb mixture or increase the red pepper flakes.
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