Vegan Meat Burek
Discover the perfect plant-based twist on a classic Balkan favorite with this Vegan Meat Burek recipe! Featuring crispy layers of golden, flaky filo dough wrapped around a savory filling of seasoned vegan ground meat, caramelized onions, and aromatic spices like paprika and cumin, this dish promises to satisfy your cravings for a hearty and comforting meal. The filling is elevated with a touch of tomato paste and simmered in vegetable broth for a burst of umami flavor, while the addition of sesame seeds on top adds a delightful crunch. Easy to make and baked to perfection in just 30 minutes, this burek is ideal as a snack, appetizer, or main course. Whether you're following a vegan diet or simply exploring new flavors, this recipe is guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 300 grams Vegan ground meat
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 100 milliliters Vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 250 grams Filo dough
- 50 grams Plant-based butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 5 minutes, until translucent.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the vegan ground meat to the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes, breaking it up with a spoon, until it starts to brown.
Stir in the tomato paste, vegetable broth, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend.
Remove the skillet from heat and let the filling cool slightly.
Lay out one sheet of filo dough on a clean surface and brush lightly with melted plant-based butter. Place another sheet on top and repeat the buttering process. Continue layering 3-4 sheets.
Spoon a portion of the filling mixture along one edge of the filo pastry, leaving a bit of space at the edges.
Carefully roll the dough over the filling, tucking in the sides to secure the filling inside, forming a roll.
Place the roll on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Repeat the process with the remaining dough and filling.
Brush the tops of the rolls with more melted plant-based butter and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and crisp.
Allow to cool slightly before serving. Cut into pieces and enjoy your Vegan Meat Burek.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2133 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 128.2 g | 164% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.6 g | 153% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3480 mg | 151% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 193.4 g | 70% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.7 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.6 g | ||
| Protein | 80.1 g | 160% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 239 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 21.5 mg | 119% | |
| Potassium | 1998 mg | 43% | |
*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.
