Keto Börek

Keto Börek is a delightful twist on the traditional Turkish pastry, featuring a flaky almond flour dough filled with savory cheese and spinach. This low-carb version maintains the rich flavors while being friendly to your ketogenic lifestyle.

Ingredients

• Almond flour - 200 grams
• Egg - 1 large
• Cream cheese - 100 grams, softened
• Mozzarella cheese - 150 grams, shredded
• Spinach - 100 grams, fresh or frozen, thawed and drained
• Feta cheese - 50 grams, crumbled
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Egg yolk - 1 (for egg wash)

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine almond flour, egg, cream cheese, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Mix until a dough forms.
3. If the dough is too sticky, let it sit for a few minutes to firm up.
4. In a separate bowl, mix the spinach, mozzarella, and feta cheese until well combined.
5. Divide the dough into two equal portions and roll each into a circle about 1/4 inch thick.
6. Place a generous amount of the cheese and spinach filling on one half of each dough circle, leaving a border around the edges.
7. Fold the other half of the dough over the filling and pinch the edges to seal tightly, creating a half-moon shape.
8. Place the börek on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
9. Brush the tops with the egg yolk to give them a golden color when baked.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
11. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 35 g
• Saturated Fat: 15 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for a ketogenic diet.
• Rich in protein and healthy fats, promoting satiety and energy.

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