"This sweet citrusy pie soaked in orange syrup is finger licking good, especially if served with a scoop of ice-cream."
Portokalopita (Greek Orange Phyllo Pie)
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Prep time: 15mins
Cook time: 50mins
Serves or Makes: 8
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ingredients
- 2 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 14 ounces phyllo pastry dough
Method
Step 1
Prepare the syrup. The syrup has to be cold by the time of pouring. Bring to boil for 15 minutes the sugar, water and orange juice.
Step 2
Preheat oven to 248 °F (120°C). Spread the phyllo sheets into the working surface and crinkle them one by one and place into a baking pan. Bake for at least 30-45 minutes or until they are completely dry out.
Step 3
In the same time bring to boil some water with an orange inside. Boil for 30-35 minutes. Once the phyllo is dried and orange boiled, start preparing the rest of the pie.
Step 4
Increase the temperature of the oven to 320°F (160°F) fan mode. In a food processor add the boiled orange and the condensed milk. Mix for 30 seconds and than add the eggs, orange zest, vanilla , vegetable oil, baking powder and baking soda. Mix well until you get a homogeneous texture and than transfer into a big bowl.
Step 5
Crumble the dried phyllo and add them to bowl. mix with the help of a spatula. Sprinkle some oil into the baking pan and add the pie mixture. Bake it for 50 minutes.
Step 6
Once the pie is baked add immediately the syrup and let it soak for at least one hour. This pie tastes divinely when enjoyed 2-3 days after. Serve it with a scoop of ice-cream.