Byrek Me Spinaq Dhe Feta (spinach And Feta Burek)

Byrek me Spinaq dhe Feta, also known as Spinach and Feta Burek, is a traditional dish from Arbëreshë cuisine, which is the traditional cuisine of the Arbëreshë people in Italy. This savory pie is made with layers of phyllo dough filled with a delicious mixture of spinach and feta cheese, and it's perfect for any meal of the day.

Vegetarian Appetizer, Main Course Arbëreshë Burek Spinach Feta Phyllo Dough
Byrek Me Spinaq Dhe Feta (spinach And Feta Burek)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup chopped scallions
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1 pound phyllo dough sheets, thawed if frozen

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix together the chopped spinach, feta cheese, ricotta cheese, parsley, scallions, and beaten eggs. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  2. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly oil a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  3. Place a sheet of phyllo dough in the prepared baking dish, allowing the edges to hang over the sides. Brush the phyllo sheet with olive oil, and repeat layering with more sheets of phyllo, brushing each sheet with oil.
  4. Spread the spinach and feta mixture evenly over the layered phyllo dough.
  5. Layer the remaining phyllo sheets on top of the spinach mixture, brushing each sheet with oil. Tuck in the edges to seal the burek.
  6. Score the top of the burek into squares or triangles using a sharp knife.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until the burek is golden and crispy.
  8. Allow the burek to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
20g
Protein
12g
Fat
14g

Supplies

9x13 inch baking dish Pastry brush Sharp knife

Tools

Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve the Byrek me Spinaq dhe Feta with a side of Greek yogurt or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a variation, you can add some crumbled cooked bacon or chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the spinach and feta filling for extra flavor.

Cost

$15