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A another way make in Albanian Pite with feta cheese ( Pite me Rrath)

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Pite me Rrath

Cultural Context

Pite me Rrath is a traditional Albanian dish, often enjoyed during celebrations and gatherings. This savory pie, filled with spinach and cheese, reflects the agricultural heritage of Albania, where fresh ingredients are abundant. The dish is a staple in Albanian cuisine, showcasing the blend of flavors and textures that define the region's culinary identity. Today, Pite me Rrath is enjoyed not only in Albania but also in neighboring countries, with variations that highlight local ingredients and preferences.

AlbanianALmain
45 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
2 cups lukewarm water
1 cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon salt
10 cups all-purpose flour
2 eggs
8 ounces cream cheese
8 ounces Kerrygold butter
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1 block of feta cheese

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: ricotta cheese

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Ricotta provides a lighter texture and is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is more cost-effective and has a neutral flavor.

spinach

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: collard greens

Collard greens are often less expensive and provide a similar texture.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Margarine can be a more affordable alternative while still providing fat.

1

Welcome to the kitchen and introduce the dish.

2

Prepare the water mixture: whisk together 2 cups of lukewarm water, 1 cup of vegetable oil, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and 1 tablespoon of salt until dissolved.

3

In a bowl, create a well with 10 cups of flour and slowly add the water mixture while stirring with a wooden spoon to form a dough.

4

Knead the dough until it becomes elastic and smooth, about 10 minutes.

5

Divide the dough into four equal parts and oil each ball with about 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.

6

Cover the dough balls with plastic wrap and let them rest for 45 minutes to 1 hour.

7

Prepare the dairy mixture by melting 8 ounces of cream cheese and 8 ounces of Kerrygold butter over low heat, then add 1/2 cup of heavy whipping cream and mix until smooth.

8

Crumble the block of feta cheese in a bowl and mix in 2 eggs until combined.

9

Stretch the rested dough on a floured surface until it is paper thin.

10

Spread the dairy mixture evenly over the stretched dough.

11

Roll the dough into a coil and place it in a greased pan.

12

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

13

Cut the coiled pita into sections before baking.

14

Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingbaking

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlwooden spoonplastic wrapbaking panoven

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Albanian PieRrath Pie

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