Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
0.5 cup

Feta Cheese

3 tbsp

Parsley

Chopped

3 unit

Phyllo Dough

1 tbsp

Water

For Sealing

0.5 cup

Oil

For Frying

Step 1
~2 min

Mix feta cheese and chopped parsley in a bowl.

Step 2
~2 min

Set aside the cheese mixture.

Step 3
~2 min

Lay phyllo dough vertically and cut in half lengthwise.

Step 4
~2 min

Cut each rectangle diagonally to create two triangles.

Step 5
~2 min

You should now have 12 triangles of phyllo dough.

Step 6
~2 min

Place 1 teaspoon of the feta filling near the bottom edge of each triangle.

Step 7
~2 min

Roll the triangle from the bottom to the point.

Step 8
~2 min

Moisten the tip with water to seal the roll.

Step 9
~2 min

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Step 10
~2 min

Fry the boreks until golden brown on all sides.

Step 11
~2 min

Be careful as they cook quickly!

Step 12
~2 min

Drain the fried boreks on paper towels.

Step 13
~2 min

Serve warm or at room temperature.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure the oil is hot enough to get a crispy exterior.

Do not overcrowd the skillet when frying.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and fried just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm as an appetizer or snack.

Serve with a side of yogurt sauce.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Olives
Hummus

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Turkey

Cultural Significance

A popular pastry often served as a snack or appetizer.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Ramadan
Eid

Occasion Tags

Party
Snack Time
Appetizer
Holiday

Popularity Score

65/100

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