Description
Delight in the flaky layers of this traditional Turkish Borek filled with a savory mix of spinach and feta cheese. This vegetarian-friendly pastry combines tender spinach, creamy feta, and aromatic garlic wrapped in crisp phyllo dough, perfect for a satisfying lunch or light dinner.
Ingredients
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Filling
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium-sized onion, chopped
- 500 grams (17.5 oz) spinach, roughly chopped
- 250 grams (9 oz) feta cheese, crumbled
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Batter
- 150 ml milk
- 2 eggs
- 5 tablespoons olive oil
Pastry
- 3 large sheets phyllo dough
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chopped onion, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant. Stir in the chopped spinach and cook until wilted and softened. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before mixing in the crumbled feta cheese. Season the mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Mix the batter: In a bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, and 5 tablespoons of olive oil until well combined. This will be used to brush the phyllo dough to add moisture and help it crisp beautifully in the oven.
- Assemble the borek: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Lay one sheet of phyllo dough on a clean work surface and brush lightly with the batter mixture. Repeat with the second sheet, layering it on top and brushing again. Spread the spinach and feta filling evenly over the phyllo sheets. Cover with the third sheet of phyllo dough, brushing the top generously with the batter.
- Bake the borek: Carefully transfer the assembled borek onto a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 20 minutes or until the phyllo is golden brown and crisp. Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Turkish Borek with Spinach and Feta Cheese makes a fantastic take-along lunch or a hearty vegetarian dinner.
- This recipe requires only 7 ingredients and can be prepared in about 30 minutes.
- For a richer flavor, consider adding a pinch of nutmeg to the spinach filling.
- Use fresh spinach for the best texture, or frozen spinach thoroughly drained if fresh is not available.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the oven to maintain crispness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 556 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 935 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 62 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 71 mg
