Cheese Bourek

Cheese Bourek is a savory Lebanese pastry filled with a delicious blend of cheeses, making it a protein-packed breakfast option. Crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside, these pastries are perfect for a nourishing start to your day.

Ingredients

• Phyllo dough - 4 sheets
• Feta cheese - 100 grams, crumbled
• Mozzarella cheese - 100 grams, shredded
• Labneh - 50 grams
• Egg - 1 large
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a bowl, combine the crumbled feta, shredded mozzarella, labneh, and chopped parsley. Mix well and season with salt and black pepper.
3. Lay one sheet of phyllo dough on a clean surface and brush it lightly with olive oil. Place another sheet on top and brush again with olive oil.
4. Cut the layered phyllo dough into 3 equal strips lengthwise.
5. In a small bowl, beat the egg and set it aside.
6. Take one strip of the phyllo dough and place 1 tablespoon of the cheese mixture at one end. Fold the sides over the filling and roll it up tightly to form a triangle. Brush the top with beaten egg to seal.
7. Repeat the process with the remaining strips and filling.
8. Place the boureks on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops with olive oil.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
10. Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein to support muscle health.
• Contains calcium from cheese which is essential for strong bones.

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