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Burek Pie

Cultural Context

Burek pie has roots in the Ottoman Empire and is a beloved dish across the Balkans, particularly in Serbia. Traditionally filled with meat, cheese, or vegetables, it reflects the region's culinary heritage of using simple ingredients to create hearty meals. Today, burek is enjoyed in various forms worldwide, often served as a street food or at celebrations, showcasing its enduring popularity and adaptability.

BalkanRSmain
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, very small cut
3 cloves garlic
ground beef, organic grass-fed
salt
black pepper
1 cup whipped cream
3 eggs
1 glass mineral water
phyllo dough

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is lower in fat, while ground pork can be less expensive.

phyllo dough

🥗Healthier: whole wheat phyllo

💰Cheaper: homemade dough

Whole wheat phyllo adds fiber, while homemade dough can save costs.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier, while margarine is often cheaper.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt is thicker and healthier, while sour cream can be more affordable.

1

Put 4 tablespoons of olive oil in a pot.

2

Add one very small cut onion and sauté until soft.

3

Add 3 cloves of garlic and then ground beef, mixing well.

4

Season with salt and black pepper, leaving the meat slightly undercooked as it will bake more later.

5

Lay out phyllo dough and brush with a little olive oil.

6

Layer another sheet of phyllo on top and brush with oil again.

7

Place the meat mixture on the phyllo and roll it up tightly.

8

Cut the rolled phyllo into squares.

9

Mix 3 eggs with 1 cup of whipped cream and 1 glass of mineral water, adding a little salt.

10

Pour the egg and cream mixture over the borek before baking.

11

Bake until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbaking

Equipment Needed

potbaking sheet

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

BurekBörek

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