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Borekas

Flaky, golden puff pastry parcels filled with a savory cheese mixture, baked until puffed and served with fresh lettuce and ketchup for dipping. A quick and satisfying snack or light meal.

Total time
25 min
Servings
2
Calories
550
Protein
15g
Borekas
comfortingmiddle easternvegetariancheeseflakycreamycasualpastry

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Preheat oven to 400°F. Thaw puff pastry if frozen, then cut into 4 equal squares.

  2. Step 2

    In a bowl, mash 4 oz feta with 1 egg until well combined.

  3. Step 3

    Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each square, fold into a triangle, and press edges with a fork to seal.

  4. Step 4

    Brush tops with remaining egg (or a little milk) and sprinkle with 1 tbsp sesame seeds.

  5. Step 5

    Bake until golden and puffed, 15-18 minutes. Serve warm with lettuce and ketchup on the side.

  6. Step 6

    Serve warm with lettuce and ketchup on the side.

Tools you’ll need

  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • mixing bowl
  • fork
  • pastry brush

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