Briouates with Cheese and Spinach (Moroccan Pastries)
Briouates are little wonders of Moroccan cuisine, crispy pastries bursting with flavor. In this version, melting cheese and spinach pair with fresh cilantro and gentle spices like cumin and paprika. You might wonder what spices are essential for Moroccan cooking: cumin, paprika, saffron, and cinnamon are key. For an authentic tagine, always sizzle the spices in oil before adding meat or vegetables. These briouates are a fantastic way to explore those warm, aromatic flavors. Serve them with mint tea for an even more exotic touch!
Ingredients
- brick pastry sheets8
- fresh spinach300 g
- grated cheese (gouda or mozzarella)150 g
- onion1
- garlic2 cloves
- fresh cilantroa few sprigs
- ground cumin1 tsp
- paprika1/2 tsp
- saltto taste
- black pepperto taste
- melted butter (or olive oil)3 tbsp
Instructions
- 1
Sauté the chopped onion and crushed garlic in a little olive oil until golden. Add the washed spinach and let it wilt for 5 minutes, then drain excess water.
- 2
Roughly chop the cooked spinach and mix in a bowl with the grated cheese, chopped cilantro, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Let cool.
- 3
Cut each brick sheet in half. Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each half, fold the edges to form a triangle or cigar shape, and brush with melted butter.
- 4
Arrange the briouates on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 15–20 minutes, until golden and crispy.
- 5
Serve hot or warm, with a green salad or a yogurt-mint sauce. These briouates are perfect as an appetizer or starter for a Moroccan meal.
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