Vegetarian Moroccan Pastilla
Vegetarian Moroccan Pastilla
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a round baking dish with olive oil and set aside.
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In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until softened and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
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Add the diced eggplant, zucchini, and red bell pepper to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
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Stir in the ground cumin, cinnamon, ginger, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Let the spices toast for a minute until fragrant.
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Add the raisins, chopped almonds, and fresh parsley to the vegetable mixture. Stir well to combine all the ingredients evenly. Remove the skillet from heat and set aside.
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Lay one sheet of phyllo dough in the prepared baking dish, making sure it hangs over the edges. Brush the phyllo sheet lightly with olive oil.
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Continue layering the phyllo sheets one at a time, brushing each sheet with olive oil, until you have used half of the phyllo dough.
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Spread the vegetable filling evenly over the phyllo layers in the baking dish.
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Fold the overhanging phyllo dough over the top of the filling to enclose it.
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Layer the remaining phyllo sheets over the top of the pastilla, brushing each sheet with olive oil.
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Tuck any excess phyllo dough into the sides of the dish to create a neat edge.
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Bake the pastilla in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the phyllo is golden and crisp.
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Remove the pastilla from the oven and let it cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar.
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Slice the pastilla into wedges and serve warm. Enjoy the flavors of Morocco in every delicious bite!
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1 slice- Calories
- 280 kcal
- Total Fat
- 15 g
- Saturated Fat
- 2 g
- Cholesterol
- 0 mg
- Sodium
- 300 mg
- Total Carbohydrate
- 32 g
- Dietary Fiber
- 4 g
- Sugars
- 8 g
- Protein
- 6 g
Immerse yourself in the rich culinary heritage of Morocco with this Vegetarian Moroccan Pastilla. Packed with fragrant spices, wholesome vegetables, and crunchy phyllo dough, this dish is a true delight for the senses. Whether you're looking to impress guests or simply treat your family to a special meal, this recipe is sure to become a new favorite in your repertoire. Bon appétit!