How I Make Burek | Boureki | Borek with Cottage Cheese [Simply Delicious]

ground meat

🥗Healthier: lean turkey

💰Cheaper: textured vegetable protein

TVP is a cost-effective, plant-based alternative.

phyllo pastry

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pastry

💰Cheaper: homemade dough

Homemade dough can save money and offer a healthier option.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and can be used for frying.

cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: ricotta

Cottage cheese is lower in fat and calories.

Prepare the filling by mixing cottage cheese, yogurt, egg, and salt together.

Lay out a sheet of filo dough and brush with vegetable oil or water.

Repeat the layering process with additional filo sheets.

Spoon the filling along one edge of the pastry.

Roll the pastry tightly around the filling to form a log.

Place the rolled burek on a baking sheet.

Bake in the preheated oven at 200C (400F) for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

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