Börekli Soup (Pastry Soup)

Ingredients

• 2 cups flour
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup warm water
• 1 tsp salt (for dough)
• 1 bowl mashed feta cheese
• 1 tbsp butterInstead: olive oil
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 5 cups broth or water
• 1 tsp dried mint
• 1 tsp red pepper flakes

Calories are an editor’s estimate per serving, not a lab measurement.

Method

1. 1

   Combine flour, egg, salt, and warm water in a bowl and knead into a firm dough.

2. 2

   Divide the dough into three pieces, roll out thinly, and cut into small squares.

3. 3

   Place feta cheese in the center of each square, fold into triangles, and seal the edges.

4. 4

   Melt butter in a pot, add tomato paste, and sauté until fragrant.

5. 5

   Add broth or water, bring to a boil, and drop the prepared mini pastries into the boiling water.

6. 6

   Cook for about 10 minutes until the pastries float to the surface.

7. 7

   Season with mint and red pepper flakes, then serve hot.

Note. Make sure the edges of the pastries are tightly sealed so the filling doesn't leak during cooking.