spinach and feta burek

Name: Spinach and Feta Burek
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Balkan
Ingredients: 500 g phyllo pastry sheets (thawed if frozen); 500 g fresh spinach (or frozen, thawed and squeezed dry); 300 g feta cheese, crumbled; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 3 large eggs; 125 ml plain yogurt; 125 ml vegetable oil or melted butter; 100 ml sparkling water (optional, for extra crunch); 1 tsp salt (adjust based on cheese salinity); 0.5 tsp black pepper

A classic Balkan and Turkish savoury pastry featuring layers of flaky phyllo dough filled with a comforting mixture of spinach and tangy feta cheese. Baked until golden brown and crispy, this round pie is perfect for breakfast, a snack, or a light meal.

recipe by

mother

mainBalkan6 servingsvegetarian

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•500 g phyllo pastry sheets (thawed if frozen)
•500 g fresh spinach (or frozen, thawed and squeezed dry)
•300 g feta cheese, crumbled
•1 medium onion, finely chopped
•3 large eggs
•125 ml plain yogurt
•125 ml vegetable oil or melted butter
•100 ml sparkling water (optional, for extra crunch)
•1 tsp salt (adjust based on cheese salinity)
•0.5 tsp black pepper