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Spinach and Feta Borek
Iftar
Turkish
Turkey

Spinach and Feta Borek

40 mins
Medium
Vegetarian, Halal

Description

Flaky pastry filled with spinach and feta cheese, a delicious Iftar snack.

Ingredients

  • 1 package phyllo dough, thawed
  • 500g spinach, washed and chopped
  • 200g feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Sesame seeds for topping

Instructions

  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. 2
    Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a pan, add onion and garlic. Sauté until soft.
  3. 3
    Add spinach and cook until wilted. Let cool slightly.
  4. 4
    In a bowl, mix spinach mixture, feta, herbs, 1 egg, salt, and pepper.
  5. 5
    Brush a baking dish with olive oil.
  6. 6
    Lay a sheet of phyllo in the dish, brush with oil. Repeat with 5 more sheets.
  7. 7
    Spread the spinach mixture evenly over the phyllo.
  8. 8
    Layer 6 more phyllo sheets on top, brushing each with oil.
  9. 9
    Brush the top with beaten egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
  10. 10
    Cut into squares before baking.
  11. 11
    Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
  12. 12
    Let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Information

Calories

280 kcal

Protein

8g

Carbs

25g

Fat

18g