Boreks Turkish Appetizers

Delight in the irresistible flavors of Boreks, traditional Turkish appetizers that combine flaky phyllo pastry with a creamy, savory filling. This recipe features a delectable blend of feta cheese, ricotta, fresh spinach, and parsley, all wrapped in crispy golden triangles brushed with a buttery olive oil glaze and sprinkled with sesame seeds for a nutty crunch. The filling is seasoned with a touch of salt and pepper, enhancing the vibrant flavors of the fresh herbs and greens. Perfectly baked in just 25 minutes, these hearty yet delicate pastries make an ideal crowd-pleasing appetizer, snack, or party finger food. Serve them warm or at room temperature for a taste of Turkey’s culinary heritage that’s both easy to prepare and utterly satisfying.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 pieces Phyllo pastry sheets
• 200 grams Feta cheese
• 100 grams Ricotta cheese
• 200 grams Fresh spinach
• 15 grams Fresh parsley
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 100 grams Butter
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds
• 3 tablespoons Water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Wash and dry the fresh spinach, then chop it into small pieces. Finely chop the parsley.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the feta cheese, ricotta cheese, spinach, parsley, and 1 egg. Season with salt and black pepper, and mix thoroughly to create the filling.

Step 4

Melt the butter in a small saucepan or microwave, then mix it with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 5

Place a sheet of phyllo pastry on a flat surface. Brush lightly with the butter-olive oil mixture. Add another sheet on top and brush again.

Step 6

Cut the stacked phyllo sheets into 3 equal strips lengthwise to create long rectangles.

Step 7

Place about 1 tablespoon of the cheese and spinach filling at one end of each strip. Fold the corner of the pastry over the filling to form a triangle. Continue folding the strip, maintaining the triangular shape, until you reach the end of the strip. Repeat with the remaining phyllo sheets and filling.

Step 8

Arrange the folded triangles onto the prepared baking sheet, seam-side down. Brush the tops with the remaining butter-olive oil mixture.

Step 9

Sprinkle sesame seeds over the top of the triangles for added texture and flavor.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastries are golden brown and crispy.

Step 11

Allow the böreks to cool for a few minutes before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature as an appetizer or snack.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	956.7 grams (956.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2402

Total Fat 167.60g	215%
Saturated Fat 84.60g	423%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.10g
Cholesterol 694mg	231%
Sodium 6685mg	291%
Total Carbohydrate 157.00g	57%
Dietary Fiber 7.40g	26%
Total Sugars 1.20g
Protein 67.70g	135%

Vitamin D 102IU	509%
Calcium 1670mg	128%
Iron 11mg	61%
Potassium 517mg	11%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.7%

Protein: 11.2%

Carbs: 26.1%