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Lamb & Mint Phyllo Triangles

Easy Irresistible Lamb & Mint Phyllo Triangles You’ll Crave

A delicious appetizer made with tender lamb and fresh mint, wrapped in crispy phyllo pastry, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 triangles
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Lamb Filling
  • 1 lb Ground lamb Choose fresh, lean meat for juicy filling.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh mint leaves Finely chopped.
  • 1 medium Onion Finely diced.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tsp Ground cumin
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Phyllo Pastry
  • 1 pack Phyllo dough sheets Thawed.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter Melted.
Optional Garnishes & Extras
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt or tzatziki For dipping.
  • 1 medium Lemon Cut into wedges.

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Sharp Knife
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

For the Lamb Filling
  1. Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, swirling until it shimmers and lightly coats the pan, about 1 minute.
  2. Sauté diced onion and garlic for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently until softened, fragrant, and lightly golden.
  3. Brown the ground lamb in the skillet for about 5-7 minutes, breaking up any clumps with a spatula until the meat is no longer pink.
  4. Season with ground cumin, salt, and pepper, stirring thoroughly; fold in chopped mint off the heat to meld flavors.
For Assembly
  1. Brush a single phyllo sheet with melted butter, then stack two more sheets on top, brushing each layer generously.
  2. Cut the layered phyllo stack into 3-inch wide strips, using a sharp knife for clean edges and even triangles.
  3. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of lamb mixture at the bottom corner of each strip, pressing gently to shape.
  4. Fold each strip into triangles by folding the corner over the filling, repeating until no dough remains.
For Baking
  1. Arrange the triangles seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them 1 inch apart for even air flow.
  2. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18-20 minutes, rotating halfway, until the phyllo turns golden brown and flaky.
  3. Serve warm on a platter, pairing with yogurt dip or lemon wedges for a bright, creamy contrast.

Nutrition

Serving: 2trianglesCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Drizzle with extra melted butter for ultra-crisp, golden layers. Handle phyllo gently and don't overfill to maintain shape during baking.

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