Greek Pie with Rice and Potatoes (Patatopita)

6 servings

120 minutes

Patatopita is a traditional Greek pie that embodies the simplicity and harmony of Mediterranean cuisine. Its origins trace back to the rural regions of Greece, where housewives used available ingredients to create hearty and aromatic dishes. This pie combines the tenderness of mashed potatoes, the richness of rice, and the subtle aroma of nutmeg and mint, creating a unique texture and flavor. Olive oil adds a characteristic Mediterranean note to the dish, while the crispy dough envelops the filling, making each piece truly appetizing. Patatopita is perfect for a cozy family dinner or festive table and can also be an excellent addition to other Greek dishes. It can be enjoyed hot or slightly cooled, savoring the richness of flavor nuances and the traditional charm of Greek cuisine.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 613.4
• Proteins: 10.2g
• Fats: 39g
• Carbohydrates: 57.3g

Ingredients

• Potato: 1 kg
• Rice: 1 glass
• Chicken egg: 2 pc
• Salt: 1 tsp
• Olive oil: 1 glass
• Ground nutmeg: 0.5 tsp
• Dried mint: 0.5 tsp
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Milk: 2 glass

Cooking steps

1. Break one egg into a bowl, whisk with salt and 3 tbsp of olive oil, then add flour and knead into elastic dough. Roll it into a ball, cover with a napkin and let it rest for 15-20 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 2 pieces
   • Salt: 1 teaspoon
   • Olive oil: 1 glass

2. Wash the potatoes, peel them, boil until cooked (about 20-40 minutes depending on the size of the potatoes), drain the water.

   Required ingredients:

   • Potato: 1 kg

3. Wash the rice, boil for 7-10 minutes, drain in a colander.

   Required ingredients:

   • Rice: 1 glass

4. Heat the milk.

   Required ingredients:

   • Milk: 2 glasss

5. Pour hot milk over the potatoes and mash thoroughly. Add rice, 3/4 cup of olive oil, nutmeg, and mint; season with salt and pepper to taste.

   Required ingredients:

   • Potato: 1 kg
   • Milk: 2 glasss
   • Rice: 1 glass
   • Olive oil: 1 glass
   • Ground nutmeg: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Dried mint: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Salt: 1 teaspoon
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

6. Grease a round baking pan with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 1 glass

7. Roll the dough into a large round sheet and place it in the mold so that the edges hang slightly.

8. Spread the filling. Fold the protruding edges of the dough inward.

9. Beat the remaining egg with 1 tablespoon of oil, brush the pie. Optionally sprinkle with sesame.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 2 pieces
   • Olive oil: 1 glass

10. Preheat the oven to 180°C and bake the patatopita for 30-40 minutes.