🥟 HEALTHY SFIHA RECIPE – FIT VERSION | LOW CALORIE MIDDLE EASTERN MEAT PIES 🥟
Learn how to make delicious, guilt-free sfihas (Lebanese meat pies) that are perfect for your fitness goals! This healthy version has 40% fewer calories than traditional sfihas but tastes just as amazing!
⏰ TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 – Hook & Introduction
0:45 – Why This Recipe is Healthier
1:30 – Ingredients You’ll Need
2:15 – Making the Fit Dough (High Protein!)
4:00 – Preparing the Lean Meat Filling
6:30 – Shaping & Assembling the Sfihas
8:45 – Baking to Perfection
10:00 – Nutritional Information Breakdown
11:15 – Serving Suggestions & Storage Tips
12:00 – Call to Action
🥖 FIT DOUGH INGREDIENTS:
– 2 cups whole wheat flour (or half white, half whole wheat)
– 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (high protein!)
– 1 teaspoon instant yeast
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 teaspoon honey
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 cup warm water
🥩 LEAN MEAT FILLING:
– 1 lb (450g) lean ground beef (93% lean) or ground turkey
– 1 large onion, finely chopped
– 2 tomatoes, diced small
– 2 tablespoons tomato paste
– 1 tablespoon pomegranate molasses (authentic flavor!)
– 1 teaspoon seven spices (baharat) or allspice
– 1/2 teaspoon cumin
– 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
– Salt and black pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley, chopped
– Optional: 1 tablespoon pine nuts per sfiha
📊 NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION (per sfiha):
✅ Calories: 165 (vs 280 traditional)
✅ Protein: 14g (high protein from Greek yogurt & lean meat!)
✅ Carbs: 18g (whole wheat = more fiber)
✅ Fat: 5g (lean meat = less fat)
✅ Fiber: 3g
✅ Sugar: 2g
🔥 WHAT MAKES THIS VERSION “FIT”:
✅ Greek yogurt in dough = 2x more protein than regular dough
✅ Lean ground beef (93%) or turkey = 60% less fat
✅ Whole wheat flour = more fiber & nutrients
✅ Baked, not fried = zero trans fats
✅ Portion-controlled = perfect for meal prep
✅ No added oils in filling = cleaner ingredients
✅ Natural seasonings = no MSG or artificial flavors
💪 PERFECT FOR:
– Meal prep Sundays (freezes beautifully!)
– Post-workout meals (high protein!)
– Healthy lunch boxes
– Party appetizers that are actually healthy
– Anyone craving Middle Eastern food on a diet
– Fitness enthusiasts who love flavor
– Clean eating lifestyle
👨🍳 PRO TIPS FROM THIS VIDEO:
– Using Greek yogurt makes the dough incredibly soft and protein-rich
– Don’t overwork the dough – it makes sfihas tough
– Drain excess liquid from meat filling to prevent soggy bottoms
– Freeze unbaked for fresh sfihas anytime
– Reheat in air fryer for crispy results
– Make double batch – they disappear fast!
🌟 HEALTH BENEFITS:
– High in protein for muscle building and satiety
– Whole wheat provides sustained energy
– Lean meat = less saturated fat, better for heart health
– Onions and tomatoes add vitamins and antioxidants
– Spices have anti-inflammatory properties
– Greek yogurt supports gut health with probiotics
🍽️ SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
Serve with:
– Fresh cucumber and tomato salad
– Tahini yogurt sauce (recipe on my channel!)
– Pickled vegetables
– Fresh mint tea
– Side of tabbouleh salad
– Hummus for dipping
📦 STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS:
– Room temperature: 2 days in airtight container
– Refrigerator: Up to 5 days
– Freezer: Up to 3 months (unbaked or baked)
– Reheat: Oven 350°F for 10 min OR air fryer 5 min
🎯 MEAL PREP HACK:
Make 20-30 sfihas on Sunday:
– Eat 4-6 fresh this week
– Freeze the rest individually
– Grab 2-3 for quick lunches
– Reheat in minutes
– Never skip meals again!
🔄 VARIATIONS YOU CAN TRY:
– Chicken sfiha: Use lean ground chicken
– Vegetarian: Replace meat with lentils & mushrooms
– Cheese sfiha: Use low-fat cheese & spinach
– Spicy version: Add jalapeños or hot sauce
– Pizza style: Use tomato sauce & mozzarella
❓ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Q: Can I use regular yogurt instead of Greek?
A: Greek yogurt is better for protein, but regular works – just strain it first!
Q: What if I can’t find pomegranate molasses?
A: Mix 1 tbsp lemon juice + 1 tsp honey as substitute
Q: Can I make this gluten-free?
A: Yes! Use gluten-free flour blend, add 1 tsp xanthan gum
Q: How do I know when they’re done?
A: Edges should be golden brown, bottom should be firm
Q: Can I air fry these?
A: Absolutely! 360°F for 12-15 minutes, check halfway
🔔 DON’T FORGET TO:
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✅ LIKE if you love Middle Eastern food
✅ COMMENT which recipe I should make fit next
✅ SHARE with friends who miss eating sfihas on their diet
✅ SAVE for your next meal prep day
💭 WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING:
“I can’t believe these are healthy! Taste exactly like my grandma’s!” – Sarah M.
“Best meal prep recipe ever! My family asks for these weekly!” – Ahmed K.
“Finally, a sfiha I can eat guilt-free on my fitness journey!” – Lisa R.