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Traditional Albanian Byrek with Cheese

A flaky pastry filled with a rich cheese mixture, typical of Albanian cuisine.

45 minutes6 servings
Traditional Albanian Byrek with Cheese
Photo: Nesakitchenhome · CC BY-SA 4.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. 1. In a bowl, mix flour, salt, yogurt, and egg to form a dough.
  2. 2. Knead the dough and let it rest for 30 minutes.
  3. 3. In a separate bowl, mix feta cheese, milk, and butter until smooth.
  4. 4. Roll out the dough and cut into rectangles.
  5. 5. Spread the cheese mixture on each rectangle.
  6. 6. Fold the dough over and seal the edges.
  7. 7. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.

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