The first time I made these pies, I was about 12 years old. The recipe is from Cyprus, my mother’s country and I am very happy to share it with you. Make sure the quality of olives is good so that you get a tasty result.
Dough:
3 cups white flour
1 raki shot (or vinegar)
1/2 cup olive oil
salt
Water for a semi-hard dough
Stuffing
250 gr. black olives (without the seed)
2 big red onions, finely chopped
1 cup fresh spearmint, finely chopped
5 tablespoons olive oil
Black pepper
– Prepare the dough and let it rest of a while
– Prepare the stuffing
– Open the dough, add some stuffing and shape
– Add black and white sesame on top
– Bake at 180 Celsius until they get a nice brown color