Börekçi Böreği

Börekçi Böreği is a delightful Turkish pastry filled with a savory mixture of spinach and feta cheese, wrapped in thin layers of yufka dough. This vegetarian snack is crispy on the outside and bursting with flavor on the inside, perfect for any time of the day.

Ingredients

• Yufka dough - 4 sheets
• Fresh spinach - 200 grams, chopped
• Feta cheese - 100 grams, crumbled
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon (for topping)
• Water - 2 tablespoons (for sealing)

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F).
2. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat, add the chopped onion, and sauté until soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
4. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked spinach and onion mixture with crumbled feta cheese, black pepper, and salt. Mix well.
5. Lay one sheet of yufka dough on a clean surface and brush lightly with olive oil. Place a second sheet on top and repeat the process, brushing with oil.
6. Take a portion of the filling and place it along one edge of the yufka. Roll the dough over the filling to form a log, then twist it into a spiral shape. Tuck the ends under.
7. Repeat the process with the remaining yufka sheets and filling.
8. Place the börek on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops with a little olive oil and sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
10. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 25 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in iron and vitamins from spinach, supporting energy levels and immune function.
• Feta cheese provides protein and calcium, promoting bone health.

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