A delightful Greek Eggplant Pie featuring layers of phyllo dough, sautéed vegetables, and a creamy feta and ricotta filling.
Author:Lorenzo Bonucci
Prep Time:30 minutes
Cook Time:35 minutes
Total Time:1 hour 5 minutes
Yield:6 servings 1x
Category:Main Dish
Method:Baking
Cuisine:Greek
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
2 medium eggplants, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 yellow bell pepper, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
2 large eggs
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1 package (1 lb) phyllo dough, thawed
1/2 cup melted butter
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Sprinkle the eggplant slices with salt and let them sit for about 30 minutes to draw out moisture. Rinse and pat dry.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the red and yellow bell peppers, garlic, oregano, and black pepper. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until the peppers are tender. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
In a mixing bowl, combine the feta cheese, ricotta cheese, eggs, and parsley. Stir in the sautéed vegetables until well combined.
Lay one sheet of phyllo dough in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, brushing it lightly with melted butter. Repeat this process, layering 6-8 sheets of phyllo, brushing each layer with butter.
Spread the eggplant mixture evenly over the phyllo layers. Layer additional phyllo sheets on top, brushing each with melted butter, until you have used about 6-8 sheets.
Tuck the edges of the phyllo into the sides of the dish to seal the filling. Brush the top layer with any remaining melted butter.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy. Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the vegetable mixture.
Substitute spinach or kale for the bell peppers for a different flavor profile and added nutrients.