Savory Pumpkin and Cheese Börek (Balkabağı Peynirli Börek)
Balkabağı Peynirli Börek is a delicious savory pastry from Crimean Tatar cuisine, filled with a flavorful combination of pumpkin and cheese.
Ingredients
- 2 cups pumpkin, grated
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup parsley, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 12 sheets phyllo dough
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together the grated pumpkin, feta cheese, chopped parsley, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg.
- Place one sheet of phyllo dough on a clean surface and brush it with melted butter. Place another sheet on top and brush with butter. Repeat with 2 more sheets.
- Spread 1/4 of the pumpkin and cheese mixture along the long edge of the phyllo stack, leaving some space at the edges. Roll the phyllo tightly around the filling to form a long cylinder.
- Repeat the process with the remaining phyllo and filling to make 3 more cylinders.
- Place the cylinders on a baking sheet, brush the tops with butter, and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the börek cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 30 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
Tools
Oven
Serving suggestions
Serve the Balkabağı Peynirli Börek with a dollop of yogurt or a fresh green salad for a delightful appetizer or snack.
Tips & tricks
For a time-saving option, you can use canned pumpkin puree instead of grating fresh pumpkin.
Cost
$10