Turkish Filo Delight Cigars
Turkish Filo Delight Cigars are a delightful blend of flaky pastry and savory filling that will elevate any meal. These crispy treats feature layers of filo dough wrapped around a spiced mixture of ground beef or lamb, fresh herbs, and aromatic spices. Baked to golden perfection, they make for an impressive appetizer or main course. Serve them alongside a tangy yogurt dipping sauce for an added burst of flavor. Perfect for gatherings or cozy dinners, these cigars are sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer/Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Turkish
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 sheets filo pastry
- 1 lb ground beef or lamb
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tsp olive oil (plus more for brushing)
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the dipping sauce: 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add ground meat and spices; cook until browned, approximately 8 minutes. Stir in parsley and remove from heat.
- Lay one sheet of filo on a flat surface, brush lightly with olive oil, add another sheet on top, then spoon filling along one edge and roll tightly into a cigar shape.
- Place cigars seam-side down on the baking sheet and brush with olive oil. Bake for about 25 minutes until golden brown.
- For the dipping sauce, mix yogurt and lemon juice in a small bowl. Serve warm with the cigars.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cigar (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 45mg