Crispy Spinach & Cheese Börek
Flaky phyllo wrapped around spiced spinach and feta, pan-fried until golden and shattering crisp. Turkish street food in 25 minutes.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 12g
Ingredients
- 5 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- ¾ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 8 sheets phyllo dough sheets
- ¼ medium yellow onion, minced
- 1 tsp dried dill
- ¼ tsp nutmeg, ground
- 4 tbsp olive oil, divided
Instructions
- 1
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced onion, cook 1 minute until fragrant.
- 2
Add spinach, dill, and nutmeg. Stir continuously for 2–3 minutes until spinach wilts and any liquid evaporates.
- 3
Remove pan from heat. Stir in crumbled feta and let cool 2 minutes, then divide filling into 4 portions.
- 4
Layer 2 phyllo sheets, brush lightly with olive oil between them. Spread 1 portion filling on one short edge.
- 5
Roll tightly into a log, tucking sides in as you go. Repeat with remaining phyllo, oil, and filling for 4 börek.
- 6
Wipe skillet clean. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Pan-fry börek 3–4 minutes per side until deep golden.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet
- wooden spoon
- pastry brush
- paper towels
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