Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
1 unit

pastry

1 kg

flour

300 ml

olive oil

2 unit

eggs

1 tsp

salt

5 unit

potatoes

peeled and VERY finely sliced

1 kg

fresh spinach

cooked and squeezed

2 unit

onions

chopped

4 unit

garlic cloves

chopped

200 g

green olives

chopped

2 tbsp

capers

200 ml

tomato sauce

4 tbsp

olive oil

3 tbsp

fresh marjoram

chopped

3 tbsp

fresh mint

chopped

1.5 kg

mahi mahi

filleted

Step 1
~6 min

Make the pastry: Process flour and olive oil until incorporated.

Step 2
~6 min

Add eggs and a small amount of water to form a dough.

Step 3
~6 min

Cover the dough with plastic wrap and let it rest for 30 minutes.

Step 4
~6 min

Prepare the filling: Fry onions in olive oil until soft and golden.

Step 5
~6 min

Add olives, capers, and herbs; cook for one minute.

Step 6
~6 min

Stir in tomato sauce and well-squeezed spinach; set aside to cool.

Step 7
~6 min

Prepare the fish: Dip skinned and deboned mahi-mahi in flour.

Step 8
~6 min

Fry the fish pieces until golden brown; set aside to cool.

Step 9
~6 min

Assemble the pie: Roll out half the dough and line a greased 30cm pie dish.

Step 10
~6 min

Layer half the raw potato slices on the bottom.

Step 11
~6 min

Top with half of the spinach mixture.

Step 12
~6 min

Distribute the lampuki fillets on top.

Step 13
~6 min

Add the remaining spinach mix and then the remaining potatoes.

Step 14
~6 min

Roll out the remaining dough and lay it on top, sealing the edges.

Step 15
~6 min

Brush the top with egg wash (egg mixed with water).

Step 16
~6 min

Decorate with any remaining dough.

Step 17
~6 min

Bake at 190C (375F) for 45 minutes.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure spinach is well squeezed to avoid a soggy pie.

Use good quality olive oil for the best flavor.

Allow the pie to cool slightly before slicing for easier serving.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Pastry can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green salad with lemon vinaigrette

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Malta

Cultural Significance

Traditional Maltese dish often served during Lampuki season.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Feast of Saint Mary (Santa Marija)

Occasion Tags

Dinner Party
Family Meal
Holiday Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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