Description
Spinach and Feta Cheese Börek is a delightful Turkish pastry that brings together flaky phyllo dough and a creamy spinach and feta filling. This versatile dish is perfect for brunch, lunch, or as an appetizer, making it a great choice for any occasion. The rich flavors of fresh spinach combined with tangy feta create a delicious savory experience that will impress guests and satisfy your family. Easy to prepare in advance, this börek can be baked just before serving, ensuring every bite is warm and inviting.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (or any vegetable oil such as avocado oil)
- 1 medium-size onion (peeled and chopped)
- 16 oz. baby spinach leaves (washed and dried)
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 oz. crumbled feta cheese
- 3 tablespoon olive oil (or any vegetable oil such as avocado oil)
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons plain whole-milk yogurt
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 package of Phyllo Dough (thawed overnight in the fridge)
- 2 egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- ½ teaspoon Nigella seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent (about 4-5 minutes). Stir in spinach, salt, and pepper; cook until wilted (about 5 minutes). Remove from heat and let cool.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, milk, egg, yogurt, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Layer phyllo sheets on the sheet, brushing each layer with the milk mixture. Add spinach filling evenly over the top layer of phyllo. Cover with more phyllo layers, brushing each with the milk mixture.
- Fold overhanging phyllo into the center; brush with milk mixture. Pre-slice into pieces and brush with egg yolk mixture; sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Turkish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for best flavor. Thaw phyllo overnight in the fridge for easy handling. For variations, add herbs or other vegetables to the filling.