Phyllo

Pronunciation

• RP IPA: /ˈfaɪləʊ/, /ˈfiːləʊ/
• US IPA: /ˈfiːloÊŠ /, /ˈfaɪloÊŠ/

Alternative forms

• filo

Origin

From Greek φύλλο (phyllo, "leaf")

Full definition of phyllo

Noun

1. A type of dough, originating in Mediterranean cuisine, that is used in thin layers to make pastries (such as baklava and apple strudel) and pies and becomes very flaky when cooked

Related terms

• filo pastry
• phyllo pastry