Recipe This | Leftover Greek Spanakopita Pie In The Air Fryer (2024)

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How do you cook frozen Spanakopita in the air fryer? ›

Preheat air fryer to 350°F (175°C). Place 10 pieces, glazed side up, in a single layer in the basket. Bake for 10 to 13 minutes.

Quick Appetisers. Trader Joe's Air Fry on Instagram: "Cooking: Spanakopita Rating: 6/10 Frying: 370F for 10 minutes, flipping halfway Musings: Generally, these are just meh and probably won't get again. The shell did get very crispy but I felt these definitely needed a dip."

To bake the frozen spanakopita, preheat the oven to 350F (180C) and put the frozen triangles on a baking sheet, then brush each with butter. Bake for 30 minutes, or until deeply-golden brown.

Spanakopita is a Greek spinach pie typically containing cheese such as feta and/or ricotta. Our version is low in calories while high in fibre, iron and calcium. It's also diabetes-friendly and suitable for vegetarians.

Gently place the frozen pie into the preheated air fryer basket. Make sure it's centered and not touching the sides. Adjust the cooking time depending on the size and type of pie. A general guideline is to cook it for 30 minutes at the preheated temperature.

Air fryers work by circulating hot air, which originates at the bottom of the fryer. Lining it with foil can constrict the air flow and your food won't cook properly. If you are going to use aluminum foil in an air fryer, use a small amount in the bottom of the basket, making sure not to cover the food.

With an air fryer, you can achieve that perfect balance of golden crust and heavenly filling. Whether it's a savoury Steak & Sussex Ale or a comforting Chicken & Ham Hock, your pies will be baked to perfection in just 20-25 minutes. Trust us, the aroma alone will have you drooling.

Let's face it, nobody wants to eat a soggy spanakopita. But this doesn't have to be your fate if you follow a few simple tips. Firstly, making sure you squeeze all the excess moisture out of your spinach. This is the case with fresh and frozen spinach.

*I like to bake half of the Spanakopita and freeze the other half. To do this, after step 9, freeze the triangles on the baking sheet for one hour until solid, then place triangles in a zipper bag and freeze for up to four months. When you're ready to cook them, continue with step 10. No need to defrost before baking.

Do you thaw frozen spanakopita before baking? ›

Can I freeze Spanakopita? Yes you can freeze Spanakopita! Just place in an airtight container and it will keep for up to 2 months. You can just pop the Spanakopita in the oven when ready to eat to warm back up, no need to thaw first.

Spanakopita makes a great side dish for large holiday dinners next to lamb or lemon chicken. But it can easily stand alone as the main dish. Serve it with a big salad like Greek salad; Balela; or this Mediterranean chickpea salad, and favorite dips like Greek Tzatziki or Roasted Garlic Hummus.

In the pumpkin pie, calories, carbs and sodium are lower, while protein is higher. But the apple pie takes the cake when it comes to fiber and potassium, and it has less added sugar.

Greeks also love eating pies for breakfast !

All kind of pies : tiro pita (cheese pie), spanakopita (spinach pie), kreato-pita (chicken meat pie), served in triangular pieces.

To Make Ahead, Store, and Freeze Spanakopita

It can be frozen for up to three months. When ready to cook, unwrap the casserole, brush with more butter, and place the frozen pie in the oven.

Can I use my air fryer for frozen food? The answer to this question is, yes – anything is possible with these magical machines. We all know the hassle of waiting for something to defrost before you can cook it, but with an air fryer, you can simply pop the item inside, in its frozen state, and start cooking.

Place 8 frozen spanakopita in a single layer in fryer basket. Glazed side up. 3. Cook for 9-11 minutes.