Baked Herb and Cheese Crispy Pastry
Quick answer
This recipe is a baked, lighter, and crispier version of traditional pastry. It brings a fresh touch to morning breakfasts.
- Total time
- 40 dk
- Servings
- 4
- Calories (est.)
- ~320 kcal
- Difficulty
- kolay
baked pastry · breakfast recipes · easy cheese borek
40 dk · 4 servings · 320 kcal
Ingredients
- 2 fresh phyllo sheets
- 200 grams curd cheese
- 1 bunch fresh dill (finely chopped)
- 1 tea glass yogurt
- Half tea glass olive oil
- 1 egg (yolk for brushing)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Method
- Whisk yogurt and olive oil in a bowl until smooth.
- Mix curd cheese, chopped dill, salt, and red pepper flakes in a separate bowl.
- Lay the first phyllo sheet on the counter and brush half of the yogurt sauce over it.
- Place the second phyllo sheet on top and spread the remaining sauce.
- Cut the phyllo into eight equal triangles, place the cheese filling on the wide edges, and roll them up.
- Brush with egg yolks and bake in a preheated oven at 180C (350F) for 25 minutes until golden.
Sprinkle some black cumin seeds on top before baking to enhance the flavor.
FAQ
Can I prepare this pastry the night before?
Yes, you can prepare and sauce them, keep them in the fridge, and bake in the morning.
Can I use another cheese instead of curd cheese?
Yes, low-salt feta or cottage cheese are also great alternatives.
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