Spinach and Feta Fatayer Recipe

Preparation Time: 19 minutes / Cook Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:

For the Dough:

1 cup all purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 cup water

For the Spinach Filling:

1/2 pound fresh baby spinach, finely chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh black pepper
1/4 cup walnuts, finely chopped
1/4 cup feta cheese, finely chopped

Preparation:

In a medium bowl, combine flour and salt. Add oil and begin to knead dough. Once oil is absorbed, add warm water. Knead into an elastic dough. Shape dough into 3 inch diameter balls. Cover and set aside.Preheat over to 425 degrees.

Wash spinach and soak spinach in salted water while you chop vegetables and feta. Rinse spinach and dry thoroughly with paper towel. Combine and toss filling ingredients. Place 2 teaspoons of filling in the center of each ball of dough. Cover filling with dough and form into the shape of a 4-pointed star, then fold the points in (see finished shape below).Bake for 10-15 on greased baking sheet, until golden brown. Allow to cool 5 minutes and serve.