Lebanese Meat Pies
Authentic Saj Fatayer (Lebanese Meat Pies) Soft, light, and incredibly flavorful, these homemade Saj Fatayer are a staple of Middle Eastern cuisine. The dough is fluffy yet tender, making it the perfect base for a delicious seasoned beef filling. Whether served as an appetizer, snack, or main dish, these traditional meat pies are always a crowd favorite. Ingredients For the Dough 1 packet (7 g) active dry yeast 1 cup warm water 1 tablespoon sugar 1 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons powdered milk 1/4 cup vegetable oil or olive oil 2 1/2 cups sifted all-purpose flour For the Meat Filling 1 lb ( 300 g) lean ground beef 1 medium onion, finely chopped 2 medium tomatoes, finely diced 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons tomato paste 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon ground allspice 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin (optional) Instructions Pr...