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Turkish Börek with Ground Beef and Onions

A savory, meat-filled börek that showcases the rich flavors of Turkish street food.

40 minutes6 servings
Turkish Börek with Ground Beef and Onions
Photo: E4024 · CC BY-SA 4.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. In a pan, cook the ground beef until browned. Add the onion and sauté until soft.
  3. Stir in tomato paste, salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook for 2 minutes.
  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 beef 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.
  8. Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.

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