Greek Pie
4 servings
40 minutes
Greek pie is a delightful dish reflecting the rich traditions of Greek cuisine. Its taste is a harmony of tender minced meat, juicy eggplants, and aromatic tomato sauce, complemented by a creamy sauce made from milk and egg yolks. The layers of ingredients create a unique texture, while baking gives the pie an appetizing golden crust. This pie resembles the famous moussaka and is considered comfort food perfect for family meals. Greeks often prepare it for holidays and celebrations, enjoying its rich flavor. This dish pairs perfectly with fresh salads, light white wines, and homemade bread. Greek pie is a gastronomic journey to sunny Greece where food is part of the culture that brings people together at one table.
1
Layer the prepared minced meat with tomato paste and thinly sliced eggplants boiled for 3-4 minutes in water.
- Minced meat: 500 g
- Tomato paste: 2 tablespoons
- Eggplants: 3 pieces
2
Make a sauce from butter, flour, milk, and spices. Whisk the egg yolks with cream and pour into the sauce. Mix well.
- Butter: 50 g
- Wheat flour: 50 g
- Milk: 375 ml
- Spices: to taste
- Egg yolk: 2 pieces
- Cream: 15 ml
3
Pour sauce over the puff pastry pie and bake at 180 degrees until golden brown.