Boreks Turkish Pastries
Delight your taste buds with the irresistible charm of Boreks, traditional Turkish pastries that are flaky, savory, and bursting with flavor. These golden triangles are crafted with layers of buttery phyllo dough filled with a rich mixture of wilted spinach, crumbled feta cheese, and a hint of seasoning for the perfect balance. The filling is encased in thin pastry sheets folded into neat triangles, then brushed with egg wash and sprinkled with sesame or nigella seeds for a deliciously crisp finish. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or even a light meal, these pastries come together in just under an hour, making them ideal for both casual gatherings and special occasions. Experience the authentic taste of Turkey with these warm and satisfying treats fresh from your oven! Keywords: Boreks, Turkish pastries, spinach and feta, phyllo dough recipes, savory snacks.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 sheets phyllo dough sheets
- 300 grams fresh spinach
- 200 grams feta cheese
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, finely chopped onion
- 1 large, beaten egg
- 100 grams, melted butter
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds or nigella seeds
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add the spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
In a bowl, crumble the feta cheese and mix it with the cooked spinach and onion mixture. Add the salt and black pepper, and stir well to combine.
On a clean work surface, lay out one sheet of phyllo dough. Lightly brush it with melted butter. Place another sheet of phyllo on top and brush it with butter as well.
Cut the layered phyllo sheets into 4 equal strips lengthwise.
Place a tablespoonful of the spinach and feta filling near one end of a strip. Fold the corner over the filling to create a triangle, then continue folding the strip into a triangular shape, similar to folding a flag.
Repeat this process with the remaining phyllo sheets and filling.
Arrange the assembled böreks on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with the beaten egg, and sprinkle sesame seeds or nigella seeds over them.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Serve warm as a snack or appetizer. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2735 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 200.8 g | 257% | |
| Saturated Fat | 83.4 g | 417% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 632 mg | 211% | |
| Sodium | 5699 mg | 248% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 164.5 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.7 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.8 g | ||
| Protein | 63.2 g | 126% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 1409 mg | 108% | |
| Iron | 17.8 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 674 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
