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Traditional Armenian Beurek

A flaky and savory Armenian pastry filled with a rich cheese mixture, perfect as a snack or side dish.

50 minutes6 servings
Traditional Armenian Beurek
Photo: Benoît Prieur · CC0

Ingredients

Method

  1. In a bowl, mix flour and a pinch of salt.
  2. Add cold butter and mix until the texture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the egg with water and add to the flour mixture.
  4. Knead the dough until smooth, then let it rest for 30 minutes.
  5. Roll out the dough into a thin sheet and cut into squares.
  6. Place a small amount of cheese in the center of each square.
  7. Fold the dough into a triangle and seal the edges with a bit of water.
  8. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

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