Brek Turkish Pasties
Discover the irresistible charm of Brek Turkish Pasties, a savory delight encased in golden, flaky phyllo pastry. These easy-to-make parcels are filled with a spiced mixture of ground beef or lamb, sautéed onions, garlic, and a fragrant blend of cumin, paprika, and fresh parsley, delivering a burst of Mediterranean flavor in every bite. Brushed with melted butter for a perfectly crisp texture and topped with sesame seeds for a nutty finish, these pasties bake up beautifully in just 30 minutes. Perfect as an appetizer, snack, or light meal, they’re a crowd-pleasing addition to any table. With simple ingredients and approachable steps, Brek Turkish Pasties bring a touch of Turkish cuisine to your kitchen. Serve them warm and watch them disappear in no time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 sheets phyllo pastry sheets
- 500 grams ground beef or lamb
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 100 grams unsalted butter, melted
- 1 yolk egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until soft and translucent.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the ground beef (or lamb) to the skillet. Cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 5–7 minutes.
Stir in the cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, and fresh parsley. Set the mixture aside to cool slightly.
Lay one phyllo pastry sheet on a clean surface. Brush it lightly with melted butter. Place another phyllo sheet on top and brush it with butter as well.
Scoop about 2–3 tablespoons of the meat filling onto one end of the layered pastry sheet. Fold the pastry over the filling, shaping it into a triangular or rectangular pasty. Continue folding until the filling is fully enclosed.
Repeat the process with the remaining pastry sheets and filling.
Place the prepared borek on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops with a beaten egg yolk and sprinkle sesame seeds over them.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Remove from the oven, allow to cool for a few minutes, then serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
921 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.1 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.0 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 184 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 3517 mg | 153% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 134.8 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.7 g | ||
| Protein | 15.5 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 66 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 145 mg | 3% | |
*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.
