Burek (savory Spinach And Cheese Bourekas)
Burek, also known as bourekas, is a popular savory pastry in Mizrahi Jewish cuisine. This recipe features a delicious filling of spinach and cheese wrapped in flaky phyllo dough.
Ingredients
- 1 package of frozen phyllo dough, thawed
- 1 pound fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together the spinach, feta cheese, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, eggs, salt, and black pepper.
- Unroll the phyllo dough and cut it into 3-inch strips.
- Place a spoonful of the spinach and cheese mixture at the end of each strip and fold into a triangle shape.
- Brush the triangles with olive oil and place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 25 minutes
- Total time:
- 45 minutes
- Cooking method
- Baking
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 20g
- Protein
- 10g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Baking sheet Pastry brush
Tools
Oven
Serving suggestions
Serve the burek hot as an appetizer or alongside a fresh salad for a light meal.
Tips & tricks
For a variation, try adding chopped onions or pine nuts to the spinach and cheese filling.
Cost
$15