Turkish Borek

Name: Turkish Borek
Prep time: 40 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 25 min
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 3 tbsp olive oil; 500g mince meat (any type you like); 2 medium onions (chopped); 4 garlic cloves (grated or chopped); 2 large potatoes (peeled and grated); 350g crushed tomatoes; 1 tsp garlic powder; 2 tsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp cumin; 1 tsp chilli flakes or powder; 1 tsp Baharat spice; 2 tsp salt (adjust to taste); 1 tsp pepper; 3 eggs; 1 cup milk; 1 cup plain yogurt; 1 cup grated parmesan; 1 packet of Phyllo pastry; 50 g melted butter

Instructions

Prep:40minCook:45min

Burek is a delightful and easy-to-make savory pastry enjoyed in the Balkans, Middle East, and Central Asia. Its thin, flaky dough, like filo, encloses a delicious range of fillings, like meat, cheese, spinach, or potatoes. With its rich flavors, it’s a favorite among families and a delightful treat to savor! Borek is the food you eat for breakfast, lunch or dinner or just as a snack.

Updated at: Wed, 05 Feb 2025 09:28:36 GMT