World Flavors Cookbook

Burek

Name: Burek
Cook time: 30 min
Cuisine: North Macedonia
Ingredients: 500g filo dough, 400g minced meat or 400g feta cheese, 1 onion, 100ml sparkling water, 100ml oil

The ultimate Balkan street food: layers of flaky pastry filled with cheese, minced meat, or spinach.

Cuisine: North Macedonia

Ingredients

500g filo dough, 400g minced meat or 400g feta cheese, 1 onion, 100ml sparkling water, 100ml oil

Instructions

1. Sauté the meat and onions (if using). 2. Layer the filo in a round pan, brushing each with a mix of oil and sparkling water. 3. Distribute the filling between layers. 4. Fold the overhanging dough over the top to seal. 5. Bake at 200°C (400°F) until brown and very crispy. 6. Cut into quarters and serve hot with yogurt.