Spinach and Feta Burekas
Flaky puff pastry filled with a savory mixture of spinach and feta cheese, these burekas are a delightful and satisfying snack. They are perfect for a light meal, appetizer, or a grab-and-go treat.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 45 min
- Serves
- 4
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Per serving
- 619 kcal
Allergen information: may contain eggs, gluten, milk, and sesame. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
Ingredients
- 1 pcspuff pastry, thawed
filling
- 200 gfresh spinach, chopped
- 150 gfeta cheese, crumbled
- 1 pcsegg
- 0.5 pcsonion, finely chopped
- 2 clovegarlic, minced
- 1 tbspolive oil
- 0.5 tspsalt
- 0.25 tspblack pepper, freshly ground
topping
- 1 pcsegg yolk, beaten
- 1 tbspsesame seed
Equipment
fork · large pan · baking sheet · mixing bowl · parchment paper
The method
Step by step
- 1
Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
About 5 min
- 2
Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
About 5 min
- 3
Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
About 1 min
- 4
Add the fresh spinach to the pan and cook until it wilts, stirring occasionally.
About 3 min
Cook’s note: If using frozen spinach, make sure to thaw and squeeze out all excess water before adding to the pan.
- 5
Remove the spinach mixture from the heat and let it cool slightly.
About 5 min
- 6
In a medium bowl, combine the cooled spinach mixture, feta cheese, egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
About 2 min
- 7
Unroll the puff pastry onto a lightly floured surface. Cut the pastry into 8 equal squares.
About 2 min
- 8
Place a spoonful of the spinach and feta filling onto one half of each pastry square.
About 3 min
Cook’s note: Don't overfill, or it will be difficult to seal.
- 9
Fold the other half of the pastry over the filling to create a triangle or rectangle. Press the edges firmly with a fork to seal.
About 3 min
- 10
Arrange the burekas on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with the beaten egg yolk and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
About 2 min
- 11
Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.
About 20 min
Cook’s note: Keep an eye on them to prevent over-browning.
- 12
Serve warm or at room temperature.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 618.5kcal
- Protein
- 15.1g
- Carbs
- 40.8g
- Fat
- 43.7g
- Fibre
- 3.4g
- Sugar
- 4.4g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store leftover burekas in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 5-7 minutes, or until warmed through and crispy.
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