Fluffy Spinach and Feta Pastry (Börek)

Börek is a popular pastry in Tajik cuisine, typically filled with a savory mixture of spinach and feta cheese. This recipe yields a fluffy and flavorful börek that is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a snack.

Fluffy Spinach and Feta Pastry (Börek)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 package phyllo dough
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the spinach, feta cheese, ricotta cheese, parsley, green onions, black pepper, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. Unroll the phyllo dough and place a damp towel over the sheets to keep them from drying out.
  4. Brush a sheet of phyllo dough with melted butter, then place another sheet on top and brush with butter. Repeat until you have 6 layers.
  5. Spread the spinach and cheese mixture evenly over the layered phyllo dough.
  6. Roll the layered phyllo dough into a log, then coil it into a spiral shape and place it on a baking sheet.
  7. Brush the top with remaining melted butter.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
  9. Allow 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
10g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Baking sheet Pastry brush Sharp knife

Tools

Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve the börek warm with a side of yogurt or a fresh salad.

Tips & tricks

For a variation, you can add a sprinkle of sesame seeds or poppy seeds on top of the börek before baking for extra flavor and texture.

Cost

$15