Bougatsa

Bougatsa is a delightful Greek breakfast pastry filled with a creamy mixture of semolina, milk, and eggs, wrapped in flaky phyllo dough. This vegetarian dish offers a perfect balance of texture and flavor, making it a comforting start to your day.

Ingredients

• Phyllo dough - 4 sheets
• Semolina - 50 grams
• Milk - 250 ml
• Granulated sugar - 30 grams
• Butter - 30 grams, melted
• Egg - 1 large
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Powdered sugar - for dusting
• Cinnamon - for dusting (optional)

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it begins to simmer.
3. In a separate bowl, combine semolina, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract, then slowly add the hot milk while whisking continuously to avoid lumps.
4. Cook the mixture on low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens (about 5-7 minutes).
5. Remove from heat and let cool for a few minutes before stirring in the beaten egg.
6. Lay one sheet of phyllo dough on a clean surface and brush it lightly with melted butter. Repeat with another sheet, layering them.
7. Spoon half of the semolina mixture onto the phyllo, spreading it evenly, and then fold the edges of the phyllo over the filling.
8. Roll the phyllo into a log shape and place it seam-side down on a baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining phyllo and filling.
9. Brush the tops of the bougatsa rolls with more melted butter.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
11. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar and cinnamon, if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 200 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Provides a good source of energy from carbohydrates.
• Contains protein from eggs and semolina, supporting muscle health.

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