Börek (Savoury Filled Pastry)
Börek, a savory filled pastry, is the ultimate comfort food that combines crispy phyllo dough with mouthwatering fillings. Each bite bursts with flavors from creamy feta, fragrant spices, and nutritious spinach, making it perfect for gatherings or cozy moments at home. This delightful dish not only looks stunning on the table but also invites smiles and compliments from your family and friends. Easy to prepare, Börek is a versatile treat that can be customized to suit any taste.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package phyllo dough (16 oz), thawed
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 lb ground beef or lamb
- 2 cups fresh spinach (or 1 cup frozen)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the chopped onion until translucent. Add the ground meat and cook until browned. Season with spices if desired.
- Stir in crumbled feta and spinach; mix until combined and allow filling to cool slightly.
- Take a sheet of phyllo dough, brush with melted butter, fold in half lengthwise, spoon filling at one end, roll tightly into a log, and place on a lined baking sheet.
- Repeat until all filling is used. Brush each Börek with melted butter.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Börek (120g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg