Borek
Turkish borek is a flaky and golden pastry made with layers of thin yufka or phyllo dough filled with a savory mixture of feta cheese and fresh herbs, brushed with egg wash and baked to perfection. It is a versatile dish enjoyed for breakfast, as a snack, or as part of a larger spread.
Flaky layered Turkish pastry filled with feta cheese and herbs, baked golden.
Nutrition per serving
Ingredients
Pastry
Filling
Egg Wash
Instructions
Prepare the Filling and Egg Wash
Combine crumbled feta and chopped parsley in a bowl and mix well. In a separate bowl whisk together 2 eggs, milk, and olive oil to create the liquid mixture used between layers.
Layer the Pastry
Brush a large rectangular baking tray with oil. Lay down two sheets of phyllo dough, brush generously with the egg and milk mixture, then repeat with two more sheets.
Add Filling and Top Layers
Spread the feta and parsley filling evenly over the pastry. Layer the remaining phyllo sheets on top, brushing each with the egg mixture. Beat the remaining egg and brush over the very top layer, then score into rectangles.
Bake Until Flaky and Golden
Bake at 180C for 30 to 35 minutes until the top is deeply golden brown and the pastry is crisp and flaky throughout. Allow to cool for 5 minutes before cutting along the scored lines.
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