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Moroccan Spiced Chicken Briouats Recipe

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Moroccan Spiced Chicken Briouats are crispy, savory pastries filled with a fragrant blend of shredded chicken, aromatic spices, and fresh herbs, wrapped in delicate phyllo dough and baked to golden perfection. Perfect as an appetizer or snack, these tasty treats deliver authentic Moroccan flavors in every bite.

Ingredients

Filling

  • 2 cup cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 0.5 tsp ground ginger
  • 0.5 tsp cinnamon
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh coriander

Assembly

  • 8 phyllo sheets or brick pastry
  • 1 egg yolk, for sealing
  • 2 tbsp melted butter or neutral oil, for brushing
  • Dried mint or parsley flakes, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the filling: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent. Stir in minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, ginger, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Cook the mixture until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Add chicken and herbs: Stir in the cooked shredded chicken along with chopped fresh parsley and coriander. Mix well and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until the filling is heated through. Remove from heat and let the filling cool slightly.
  3. Prepare phyllo strips: Lay one phyllo sheet flat on a clean surface. Brush it lightly with melted butter or neutral oil. Cut the sheet into strips approximately 3 inches wide to form the base for folding briouats.
  4. Fill and fold: Place a spoonful of the chicken filling at one end of each phyllo strip. Fold the strip over the filling into a triangle shape, continuing to fold along the strip while maintaining the triangle shape. Seal the edge with the egg yolk to ensure the briouats stay closed while baking.
  5. Arrange and brush: Place the folded briouats on a parchment-lined baking sheet with the sealed edge side down. Brush the tops with melted butter or neutral oil to promote browning and crispiness.
  6. Bake: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the briouats for 18 minutes or until golden brown and crisp on the outside.
  7. Garnish and serve: Remove from the oven and sprinkle with dried mint or parsley flakes for a colorful presentation. Serve warm as an appetizer or snack.

Notes

  • Use fresh phyllo dough if possible and keep it covered with a damp towel to prevent it from drying out while working.
  • You can substitute cooked shredded chicken with turkey or even a vegetarian filling like spiced mushrooms.
  • To make these dairy-free, use oil instead of melted butter for brushing the phyllo.
  • These briouats can be prepared ahead and baked just before serving for convenience.
  • Serve with a side of harissa or a yogurt-based dipping sauce for extra flavor.

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