Sheftalia

Sheftalia are small Cypriot parcels of seasoned minced meat wrapped in caul fat and grilled. Pork is commonly mixed with onion, parsley, cinnamon, salt and pepper; some preparations include breadcrumbs. Each portion is wrapped separately in panna, the local name for caul fat. This thin, lacy wrapper distinguishes sheftalia from sausages filled into a tubular casing. Variations include a filling made with minced chicken.^[1][2]

The caul fat is folded around the filling to form a compact parcel. The pieces are cooked on a grill or over charcoal, turning them so that they brown on all sides. Sheftalia are served in pita bread, either on their own or together with kebab. They also form part of the Cypriot meat meze, a meal made up of a selection of small dishes brought to the table for sharing.^[1][2]