Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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16
servings
1 tsp

olive oil

0.5 lb

lean ground beef

0.5 cup

canned crushed tomatoes

drained

0.25 tsp

ground cinnamon

0.25 tsp

ground cumin

0.13 tsp

paprika

0.13 tsp

ground allspice

1 unit

phyllo dough

1 unit

cooking oil spray

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2
~3 min

Lightly grease a baking sheet.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~3 min

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 4
~3 min

Cook ground beef in the skillet until browned, draining excess fat.

Step 5
~3 min

Add crushed tomatoes, cinnamon, cumin, paprika, and allspice to the skillet.

Step 6
~3 min

Reduce heat to medium and simmer the mixture until slightly reduced, about 10 minutes.

Step 7
~3 min

Remove one sheet of phyllo dough from the package, keeping the remaining dough covered.

Step 8
~3 min

On a flat surface, cut the phyllo sheet into two 14x9-inch rectangles.

Step 9
~3 min

Spray one rectangle with cooking spray, then layer the other rectangle on top and spray again.

Step 10
~3 min

Place a teaspoon of the meat mixture near the narrow end of the dough.

Step 11
~3 min

Fold the dough over the meat, fold in the sides, and roll into a narrow cigar shape.

Step 12
~3 min

Repeat the rolling process until all the meat mixture is used.

Key Technique: Rolling
Step 13
~3 min

Arrange the cigars on the prepared baking sheet.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 14
~3 min

Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, about 25 minutes.

Step 15
~3 min

Let cool slightly before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure phyllo dough is thawed completely before use.

Keep unused phyllo dough covered to prevent drying.

Brush with melted butter for extra richness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Meat filling can be made ahead of time.

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 of yogurt sauce or harissa.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Hummus
Baba Ghanoush
Moroccan Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Morocco

Cultural Significance

Moroccan cuisine is known for its use of spices and flavorful meat dishes.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Ramadan
Eid

Occasion Tags

Party
Appetizer
Snack

Popularity Score

65/100

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