
Lebanese open-faced mini meat pies
Prep Time
1 hr 20 min
Cook Time
15 min
Total Time
1 hr 35 min
Servings
6
20 pies
Difficulty
Medium
Cost
Moderate
$$
Lebanese open-faced mini meat pies
Small open-faced Lebanese meat pies topped with spiced ground lamb, tomatoes, and a squeeze of lemon. These addictive little pies are perfect for parties and snacking.
80m
Prep Time
15m
Cook Time
95m
Total Time
6
Servings
Medium
Difficulty
Moderate $$
Cost
(Updated )
Sfiha are the Lebanese answer to mini pizzas—soft dough rounds topped with a savory lamb mixture and baked until golden. They're meant to be eaten by the handful with a squeeze of lemon.
Make dough: combine flour, yeast, salt, water, and 1 tbsp oil. Knead 5 minutes. Rest 1 hour.
Mix lamb, tomato, onion, pomegranate molasses, spices, and salt into a cohesive topping.
Divide dough into 20 balls. Roll each into a 3-inch round.
Place a heaping tablespoon of meat mixture on each round, pressing gently to adhere.
Bake at 425°F for 12-15 minutes until dough is golden and meat is cooked. Serve with lemon wedges.
Serve with crusty artisan bread for dipping
Finish with a drizzle of high-quality extra virgin olive oil
Pair with a simple arugula salad dressed in lemon vinaigrette
Arrange on a platter for easy sharing at your next gathering
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Shop olive oil for this recipePress the meat firmly onto the dough so it doesn't slide off during baking.
You can pinch the edges up into a boat shape for a different presentation.
Refrigerate for 3 days or freeze for 2 months.
Reheat in a 375°F oven for 5-7 minutes until warmed through.
Per serving (20mg) · 6 servings
A light, low-calorie option · based on a 2,000 cal daily diet
Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods.
Sarah Chen is a professional recipe developer and food editor with over a decade of experience in test kitchens and food media. She trained at the Culinary Institute of America before spending six years developing and testing recipes for national food publications, where she honed her ability to translate restaurant techniques into approachable home cooking. At RecipePool, Sarah leads recipe development, ensuring every dish is tested at least three times for clarity, accuracy, and genuine deliciousness. When she is not in the kitchen, she is browsing farmers markets and collecting vintage cookbooks.
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