Phyllo Bundles with Saffron Flavored Chickpeas
In this dish, crispy, burrito-style bundles cocoon a world of flavors found in Greek kitchens. Sweet-scented saffron, fragrant nutmeg and pungent black peppercorns combine with nutty chickpeas, iron-rich greens and salty feta. Canola oil binds these flavors and prevents the phyllo sheets from sticking together, creating a flaky texture. Serve these bundles of deliciousness with a green salad for an incredible lunch or dinner.
INGREDIENTES
- 4 Tbsp canola oil 30 mL, divided
- 1 large red bell pepper, ribs and seeds discarded, finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp saffron threads 2 mL
- 1 can (15 oz/425 g) chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed
- 1 package (10 oz/283 g) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed of all excess liquid
- 1 package (8 oz/227 g) feta cheese, crumbled
- 6 scallions, green tops and white bulbs thinly sliced
- 1 Tbsp finely chopped fresh dill 15 mL
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 large lemon, zested and juiced
- 1 tsp freshly grated nutmeg 5 mL
- 1/2 tsp coarsely ground black pepper 2 mL
- 1/2 tsp coarse sea or kosher salt 2 mL
- 1 package (1 lb/454 g) frozen phyllo sheets, thawed, unwrapped and covered with a damp kitchen towel
INSTRUCCIONES
- 1. Line cookie sheet with parchment paper. Place oven rack in center of oven and preheat oven to 375 °F (190 °C).
- 2. In medium skillet, heat 2 Tbsp (30 mL) canola oil over medium-high heat. Once oil appears to shimmer, add pepper and saffron and stir-fry until pepper is softened, about 5 minutes. Scrape this orange-hued medley into medium bowl, leaving any remaining oil in skillet. Add remaining 2 Tbsp (30 mL) canola oil in skillet, mix and set aside.
- 3. In small bowl, add chickpeas, spinach, feta, scallions, dill, eggs, lemon, nutmeg, pepper and salt. Mix well.
- 4. Working on clean and dry cutting board, carefully peel apart one phyllo sheet and place on board. Brush with saffron-hued oil from skillet. Peel second phyllo sheet and place on brushed surface. Repeat twice more for stack of four sheets.
- 5. Place 1/2 cup (125 mL) filling alongside lower third part of shorter side of phyllo sheets. Fold longer edges over filling and roll sheets, burrito-style, to reach top third of other short sides. Brush edges with saffron canola oil and fold over to form a snug packet. Brush all sides with more oil and place on cookie sheet. Repeat with remaining phyllo sheets (you may have some leftover) and use up all filling until you have about eight bundles.
- 6. Bake bundles until sunny brown and crispy, about 45 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes and serve with colorful side dishes as desired.
RINDE
8 phyllo bundles
TAMAÑO DE LA PORCIÓN
1 phyllo bundle
ANÁLISIS NUTRICIONAL
Per Serving
| Calorías | 480 |
| Grasa total | 18 g |
| Grasa saturada | 5 g |
| Colesterol | 55 mg |
| Carbohidratos | 60 g |
| Fibra | 7 g |
| Proteína | 19 g |
| Sodio | 980 mg |
