Manitaropita: Mushroom & Phyllo Pies

A delicious Greek mushroom pie wrapped in crispy phyllo spirals! This vegetarian dish is packed with savory mushrooms, feta, herbs, and a hint of roasted red pepper. Perfect for a light meal or appetizer.

📝 Ingredients

• 1-pound/450g (country style) phyllo pastry, thawed and at room temperature
• 6 ounces (170g) unsalted butter, melted
• 2 pounds mushrooms, sliced
• 2 garlic cloves, grated
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 leeks, thinly sliced into half moons (or 1 onion, finely chopped)
• 6 scallions, thinly sliced
• 2 roasted red peppers
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 8 ounces feta cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped mint
• 1/2 teaspoon dried crushed mint
• Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
• Sun-dried tomatoes, sliced
• Gouda cheese, grated

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Set the oven to 350°F (180°C).
2. 2Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and...: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil with the mushrooms.
3. 3Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the...: Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the juices are released and evaporated, and the mushrooms become golden.
4. 4Add grated garlic, salt, pepper, and oregano. Cook...: Add grated garlic, salt, pepper, and oregano. Cook for 1 more minute, then transfer to a large mixing bowl.
5. 5In the same pan, add 1-2 tablespoons of...: In the same pan, add 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil and the leeks (or onion). Season with a pinch of salt and cook for 5-6 minutes until soft.
6. 6Stir in the scallions and cook for another...: Stir in the scallions and cook for another 3-4 minutes until softened. Transfer to the bowl with the mushrooms.
7. 7Add the roasted red peppers, feta cheese, and...: Add the roasted red peppers, feta cheese, and optional olives. Mix well and taste, adjusting seasoning if needed.
8. 8Fold in the fresh parsley and mint.
9. 9Unwrap the phyllo sheets and place them on...: Unwrap the phyllo sheets and place them on your work surface. Keep them covered with a dry kitchen towel and a slightly damp kitchen towel on top to prevent drying out.
10. 10Take one phyllo sheet and drizzle with melted...: Take one phyllo sheet and drizzle with melted butter.
11. 11If using #4 phyllo, stack another sheet on...: If using #4 phyllo, stack another sheet on top and drizzle with more butter.
12. 12Spread 1-2 tablespoons of the mushroom filling along...: Spread 1-2 tablespoons of the mushroom filling along the widest side of the phyllo sheet.
13. 13Roll into a log, then shape it into...: Roll into a log, then shape it into a spiral.
14. 14Place the spiral on a parchment-lined baking tray.
15. 15Repeat with the remaining phyllo sheets and filling.
16. 16Brush each spiral with the remaining melted butter.
17. 17Bake in the center rack of the oven...: Bake in the center rack of the oven for 35-40 minutes or until golden and crispy.
18. 18Let them cool for 15 minutes before serving.