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Spinach and Feta Pie - Ispanaklı Peynirli Börek

This deliciously crispy Spinach and Feta Pie - Ispanaklı Peynirli Börek is one of the most popular boreks in Turkey.

Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Servings: 12 pieces
Calories: 157 kcal
Course: Main Course , Breakfast , Appetizer , Snacks
Cuisine: Mediterranean , Turkish

Ingredients

  • 3 pieces fresh yufka
For the Spinach and Feta Filling
  • 30 g butter
  • 1 medium onion (small diced)
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon flaked chilli (pul biber) (optional)
  • 400 g spinach (washed and chopped)
  • 300 g feta cheese
For the Sauce
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 egg white
  • ½ cup milk
  • ⅓ cup vegetable oil
For the Top
  • 1 egg yolk
  • sesame seeds or nigella seeds

Instructions

Preparing the Spinach Filling
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  1. Melt the butter in a large pan on medium heat and add the onions.
  2. Sauté the onions until slightly brown and add the freshly ground black pepper along with the flaked chili (optional).
  3. Sauté for a few seconds before adding the spinach.
  4. Cook the spinach for 5 minutes or until they lose most of its volume, remove it from the heat and let it cool down for 10 minutes.
  5. Prepare the sauce while the spinach is cooling down.
  6. When the spinach is cooled down, add the feta cheese and nicely combine it together.
Preparing the Sauce
  1. Place 2 eggs and 1 egg white in a small bowl and whisk until combined.
  2. Add the milk and vegetable oil, stir and set aside.
Building the Boreks
  1. Preheat the oven to 180° C (360° F).
  2. Place the yufka sheets on the kitchen top and cut them into 8 triangles. You should have 24 triangles altogether.
  3. Take one of the triangles and drizzle 1-1 ½ tablespoon of the sauce. Use a brush to spread it evenly.
  4. Cover the triangle with another piece of triangle pastry, and drizzle with more sauce.
  5. Put 1 ½ to 2 tablespoon of the spinach and feta filling on the large side of the triangle, leaving 2 centimeters on each side.
  6. Fold the outer corners over and start rolling the pastry tightly into a rectangular parcel. Set it aside and continue with the remaining yufka and filling.
  7. Line a baking tray with silicone paper and place the borek parcels ½ cm away from each other.
  8. Make an incision in the middle of the parcels using a sharp small knife, leaving 2 cm on both sides.
  9. Brush them with egg yolk and sprinkle on some sesame seeds or nigella seeds.
  10. Place the tray in the hot oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until they have turned golden brown and crispy.

Notes

  • You can make the spinach and feta filling a day before and keep it refrigerated until you need it.
  • If you don't have feta cheese or don't fancy it, you can also use halloumi, cheddar, or any of your favorite cheeses.
  • Always check the seasoning before adding salt to your dishes especially if you are using feta cheese as an ingredient.
  • The leftovers would keep for up to 5 days when refrigerated. Let the boreks cool down and wrap them in cling film or place them in an airtight container before refrigerating them.

Nutrition Information

Calories 157kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 4g (1%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 13g (20%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Polyunsaturated Fat 4g Monounsaturated Fat 3g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 67mg (22%) Sodium 329mg (14%) Potassium 248mg (7%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 3313IU (66%) Vitamin C 10mg (11%) Calcium 179mg (18%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12pieces

Amount Per Serving

Calories 157

% Daily Value*

Calories 157kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 4g 1%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 13g 20%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4g 24%
Monounsaturated Fat 3g 15%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 67mg 22%
Sodium 329mg 14%
Potassium 248mg 5%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 3313IU 66%
Vitamin C 10mg 11%
Calcium 179mg 18%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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