Ingredients
- 500 g Mincemeat
- 1 ½ tbs minced Garlic
- 1 ½ tbs minced Ginger
- 1 Egg
- 1 large Tomato
- 4 Spring Onions
- 12 Filo Pastry
- 1 cups Melted Butter
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Cumin
- 1 tsp Allspice
- 1 tsp Turmeric
- 1 tsp Black Pepper
- 1 tsp Sugar
Instructions
4 steps · ~43 minutes total
Step 1
Heat the frying pan and add in some oil. Fry the mashed garlic and ginger first and then add in the minced meat and all seasoning. When the meat is cooked, set aside to cool down.
8 minutesKeep your fingers curled under (claw grip) for safety when cutting.Step 2
Get another big bowl. Add in egg, chopped tomato, chopped spring onion and minced meat.
5 minutesKeep your fingers curled under (claw grip) for safety when cutting.Step 3
Get one 2 sheets of filo pastry or 1 sheet spring roll wrap. Brush it with some butter and then put some filling in the middle. Fold the pastry and brush more butter on the seal part.
5 minutesStep 4
Heat a frying pan and add in some oil to cook the parcel until its both sides and 4 edges all turn into golden brown. (Or brush melted butter all over the parcel and bake it in 180°C oven for 10-15 minutes)
25 minutesTest the oil temperature with a small piece of food — it should sizzle immediately.
💡 Tips & Tricks
🔄 Variations
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 3 days in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge
Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
What to Serve With
Complete your saudi meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
Mutabbaq is a beloved dish from Saudi cuisine, originating in Saudi Arabia. With a total preparation time of about 45 minutes, it makes for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Saudi cuisine offers a rich tapestry of flavors and cooking traditions that reflect the culture and history of the region. This dish is a wonderful example of its distinctive culinary heritage.
This recipe is rated hard difficulty and uses 15 ingredients. Experienced cooks will appreciate the technique involved.
Frequently Asked Questions
The main ingredient in Mutabbaq is a thin, flaky dough, typically made from all-purpose flour, which is filled with a mixture of meat, vegetables, and spices.
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Nutrition Facts
4 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.






