Spanakopita
ΣπανακόπιταPronunciation (IPA) /spanaˈkopita/
Spinach and feta wrapped in layers of crisp phyllo and baked until golden — Greece's savoury pie, sliced into wedges or twisted into hand-sized triangles.
Also known as: Spinach and feta pie · Greek spinach pie
Allergens & declarations
Contains
Cereals (gluten)
Wheat
Contains cereals and gluten-containing products
Egg
Contains eggs and egg products
Milk (including Lactose)
Contains milk and milk products (including lactose)
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Typical ingredients
Frequently asked questions
- What is Spanakopita?
- Spinach and feta wrapped in layers of crisp phyllo and baked until golden — Greece's savoury pie, sliced into wedges or twisted into hand-sized triangles.
- Where does Spanakopita come from?
- Spanakopita — country of origin: Greece.
- What is Spanakopita made of?
- Spinach, feta, yufka (filo) pastry, egg, spring onion, dill, olive oil.
- Which allergens does Spanakopita contain?
- Contains cereals and gluten-containing products. Contains eggs and egg products. Contains milk and milk products (including lactose).
- What is Spanakopita also known as?
- Spinach and feta pie, Greek spinach pie.
- How do you pronounce Spanakopita?
- Σπανακόπιτα (Greek) is pronounced /spanaˈkopita/. Select the speaker button next to the dish name to hear it.
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