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Classic Turkish Börek with Spinach and Feta

A flaky, layered pastry filled with a creamy spinach and feta mixture, a staple in Turkish cuisine.

40 minutes6 servings
Classic Turkish Börek with Spinach and Feta
Photo: E4024 · CC BY-SA 4.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. In a pan, sauté the onion until translucent.
  3. Add the spinach and cook until wilted. Mix in feta, salt, and pepper.
  4. Lay a sheet of phyllo dough on a baking sheet. Brush with olive oil.
  5. Repeat layering phyllo sheets, brushing each with oil. Spread the spinach and feta mixture on top.
  6. Fold the edges in and roll the dough into a tight log.
  7. Brush the top with beaten egg and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.

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