Traditional Tyropita recipe

Serves: 4 servings
Time: 90 min.
Difficulty: medium

Nutritional value
KJ KCAL Proteins (g) Fat (g) Carbohydrates (g)
1 portion/143g 2065,8 494,2 15 33,1 30,7
Preparation

If you choose to prepare this Greek Tyropita recipe with commercial phyllo dough, it is important to thaw completely the phyllo dough by putting it in the fridge from the previous day. For the beginners at working with phyllo, check the handling tips before starting. Prepare the filling for the Tyropita. This traditional Tyropita recipe, calls for three different kind of cheese for extra flavor. Use a fork to crumble the feta cheese into a large bowl and add the beaten eggs along with the rest of the grated cheese and milk cream. Chop some fresh mint and add to the mixture. Season with freshly ground pepper and blend well with a spoon. For this Tyropita recipe you will need a large baking tray, approx. 20*30 cm. Using a pastry brush, butter the bottom and sides of the tray. Place one sheet of phyllo at the bottom of the pan and with a cooking brush sprinkle some olive oil or melted butter. Repeat the procedure, adding 4-5 more sheets of phyllo dough. You will use 5-6 phyllo sheets for the bottom of the Tyropita. Pour in the feta cheese mixture and smooth with a spatula. With a knife trim some of the excessive phyllo, and fold the excess phyllo sheets flaps over the mixture. Top the Tyropita with 4-5 more phyllo sheets, making sure to oil or butter each one, before adding the other; roll in the edges. Brush the top with oil or butter, sprinkle with water and sesame seeds. If using commercial phyllo dough to make this Tyropita recipe make sure to scar the top with a sharp knife, to help release the steam. Bake the Tyropita in a preheated oven at 180C for 45-50 minutes, until the phyllo is crisp and golden. Let it cool down for a while before serving. Served with a tomato salad rich in olive oil.

Ingredients
_ 10-12 sheets of phyllo pastry
_ 400g feta cheese, crumbled
_ 1/2 of a cup milk cream
_ 100g grated kefalograviera (sheep hard yellow cheese)
_ 100g anthotiro (fresh sheep white cheese)
_ 2 large eggs, beaten
_ 2 tbsps fresh mint or oregano (optional)
_ olive oil
_ sesame seeds (optional)
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Before proceeding in preparation of the dishes, please consult with EFSA on advice and regulation.