Shamakia

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 0

Mouth-watering Shamakia recipe for a healthy and savory meal

by The Chefin Entree

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

460

Sugar

Fat

33g

Shamakia is a traditional Serbo-Croatian dish, usually eaten as a snack or light lunch. The filling is made with fresh spinach, spicy sausage, mushrooms, onion, parmesan cheese, and cream of mushroom soup, wrapped in puff pastry and baked to a golden brown. This savory pastry is crispy on the outside and moist and flavorful on the inside, perfect for any season. Shamakia can be served hot or cold, making it a versatile dish that can be enjoyed anytime, anywhere. Try it with a side salad or serve it as an appetizer at your next gathering!

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2.	In a large frying pan, sauté the sausage, onions, and mushrooms for 5 to 7 minutes or until sausage is browned and vegetables are tender.
3.	Add the fresh spinach, garlic, parmesan cheese, and cream of mushroom soup to the pan. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to combine the flavors.
4.	Unroll the puff pastry sheets and place them on a greased baking sheet.
5.	Fill the pastry sheets with the sausage mixture and roll them into rectangle shapes.
6.	Brush with beaten egg mixture and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
7.	Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and crispy.

PROS

Shamakia is a delicious savory pastry filled with healthy vegetables and protein.
It is perfect for a quick and easy meal or snack, and can be enjoyed hot or cold.

CONS

This dish contains processed ingredients such as canned soup and puff pastry, which can be high in sodium and unhealthy fats.

It may not be suitable for those with gluten intolerance or sensitivity to spicy sausage.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Spinach is a nutritional powerhouse, loaded with vitamins and minerals including vitamins A, C, E and K, iron and calcium.
Mushrooms are a good source of antioxidants, B vitamins, and immune-boosting beta-glucans, while onions provide anti-inflammatory and antibacterial benefits.
Spicy sausage is a protein source, but should be consumed in moderation due to its high fat and sodium content.

	4 cups fresh spinach , washed and dried
	1 package spicy sausage
	1 container sliced mushrooms
	1 yellow onion , diced
	1/2 cup parmesan cheese
	1 can cream of mushroom soup
	3 garlic cloves , crushed
	1 package puff pastry sheets