Turkish Cheese Börek

Turkish Cheese Börek

Flaky pastry filled with savory cheese and herbs

Yield SERVES 6-8
Prep Time
Cook Time
Total Time
Difficulty MEDIUM

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Prepare the filling
    In a large bowl, combine the crumbled feta, grated kasseri cheese, chopped parsley, dill, green onions, beaten eggs, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined and set aside.
  2. Prepare the butter mixture
    In a small bowl, mix the melted butter with olive oil. This will be used to brush between phyllo layers.
  3. Layer the phyllo
    Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Brush a 9x13 inch baking pan with the butter-oil mixture. Lay a sheet of phyllo dough in the pan, allowing edges to hang over. Brush with butter-oil mixture. Repeat with 5 more sheets, brushing each layer.
  4. Add the filling
    Spread the cheese filling evenly over the phyllo layers in the pan. Press down lightly to create an even surface.
  5. Cover with remaining phyllo
    Place another sheet of phyllo on top of the filling. Brush with butter-oil mixture. Repeat with the remaining phyllo sheets, brushing each layer generously. Fold over any overhanging edges and brush with butter.
  6. Score and garnish
    Using a sharp knife, score the top layers of phyllo into squares or diamond shapes, being careful not to cut all the way through to the filling. Sprinkle sesame seeds and nigella seeds (if using) over the top.
  7. Bake until golden
    Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the börek is golden brown and crispy on top. Let it cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutritional Information

385
Calories
per serving
15
Protein
g per serving
28
Carbohydrates
g per serving
25
Total Fat
g per serving
12
Saturated Fat
g per serving
1.5
Fiber
g per serving
2
Sugar
g per serving
650
Sodium
mg per serving
5
Vitamin C
mg per serving
2.5
Iron
mg per serving

Turkish Cheese Börek is Also Known As

Peynirli Börek, Su Böreği, Sigara Böreği, Cheese Borek or Turkish Cheese Pastry