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Nutritional Values
560kcal
29gProtein
54gCarbs
28gFat
3gFibre
300 gServing
* Per serving · 300 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
Pite me Mish
How to order / say it
Say it
Pite me Mish — [PEE-teh meh MEESH]
Order
I'd like the Pite me Mish, please.
Locally
Do të kisha Pite me Mish, ju lutem.
Say locally
Pristina's meat pie with a flaky pastry filled with seasoned meat.
Why try it?
Pite me Mish stands as a testament to Pristina's culinary tradition, ideal for sharing and reflecting the region's comfort food culture.
How it tastes
The pie boasts a crispy, buttery crust enveloping a juicy and spiced meat filling, offering a delightful contrast of textures.
Origin & History — first documented: 1930
This dish dates back to the early 20th century as a convenient meal, evolving into a beloved street food in Pristina.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 300 g phyllo pastry
- 🥩 400 g ground beef
- 🧄 1 onion
- 🫒 50 ml olive oil
- 🧂 1 tsp salt
- 🧂 1 tsp black pepper
- 🌿 1 tbsp parsley
Method
- 1 Sauté onions and beef with salt, pepper, and parsley until cooked.
- 2 Layer phyllo sheets in a baking dish, filling with meat mixture between layers.
- 3 Bake at 180°C until golden brown, approximately 25 minutes.
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