Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 cup

bell peppers

diced

2.75 cup

zucchini

diced

1.13 cup

onion

diced

1.75 cup

fennel bulbs

diced

0.5 cup

dried diced apricots

diced

5.5 unit

garlic cloves

minced

1.75 tbsp

extra-virgin olive oil

0.75 tsp

ground ginger

0.75 tsp

cinnamon

1.5 tsp

cumin

0.5 tsp

paprika

0.5 tsp

sea salt

0.25 tsp

fresh ground black pepper

1 cup

cooked chickpeas

0.5 cup

fresh basil

minced

10 unit

phyllo pastry sheets

2.75 tbsp

extra-virgin olive oil

to brush phyllo

0.25 cup

almonds

chopped, toasted

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 2
~4 min

Line a wide-rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 3
~4 min

Place bell peppers, zucchini, onion, fennel, apricots, and garlic on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 4
~4 min

Toss with extra-virgin olive oil, ground ginger, cinnamon, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.

Step 5
~4 min

Roast in the preheated oven for 35-45 minutes, tossing once or twice, until the vegetables are caramelized and softened.

Step 6
~4 min

Remove from oven and toss in cooked chickpeas or white beans and fresh basil or parsley.

Step 7
~4 min

Let the mixture cool slightly.

Step 8
~4 min

Reduce oven temperature to 375°F (190°C).

Step 9
~4 min

Line a baking dish or sheet with parchment paper.

Step 10
~4 min

Place a lightly dampened dish towel over phyllo sheets to keep them moist.

Step 11
~4 min

Lightly brush the top of one phyllo sheet with extra-virgin olive oil.

Step 12
~4 min

Place another phyllo sheet (not brushed with oil) on top of the oiled sheet.

Step 13
~4 min

Spread 3/4-1 cup of the roasted vegetable mixture down the center of the top sheet, leaving 1-2 inch space from the edges.

Step 14
~4 min

Fold the left side of the phyllo sheet over the filling and roll up, tucking in the sides as you go.

Step 15
~4 min

Brush the roll with additional extra-virgin olive oil.

Step 16
~4 min

Place the roll in the lined baking dish or sheet.

Step 17
~4 min

Repeat the process until all the phyllo and mixture are used, creating 4-6 rolls.

Step 18
~4 min

Bake for 24-28 minutes, until golden brown.

Step 19
~4 min

Serve warm, drizzled with recipe #427818, and garnished with chopped or slivered almonds, lightly toasted.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Prepare the vegetable mixture ahead of time to save time.

Brush the phyllo dough generously with olive oil to achieve a golden-brown color.

Use a pizza cutter to slice the baked rolls into smaller pieces for easy serving.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Vegetable mixture can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as an appetizer or light meal.

Serve warm or at room temperature.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Hummus
Baba Ghanoush
Tabbouleh

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Morocco

Cultural Significance

A fusion of Mediterranean and North African flavors, often served during gatherings and celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Ramadan
Eid al-Adha

Occasion Tags

Party
Holiday
Potluck

Popularity Score

70/100

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