This is a Jewish Sephardic dish which is quite similar to the Turkish burak. Burekas can be prepared with various types of dough: strudel dough (thin leaves), rising dough or with types of prepared dough found in the market. This is a dish served on festive occasions, but also widely sold on Israeli street corners. To be tasty, it must be served hot and fresh.
Ingredients
Dough:
2 sticks margarine
1 teaspoon salt
3 cups self-rising flour
Warm water
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Filling:
1/2 cup feta cheese
1 cup cooked spinach
3 egg yolks
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Garnish:
1 egg yolk
Sesame seeds to cover
Directions
- To make the dough, melt the margarine and mix with flour and salt. Add warm water until able to roll it out. Roll it, cut a leaf, and cut circles with a cup.
- Mix all the stuffing ingredients together.
- To shape the burekas, put one teaspoon of stuffing on each dough circle. Fold in half.
- On top, spread yolk and sprinkle sesame seeds. Place on a well-greased cookie tray and bake 15 to 20 minutes at 350° F until golden. Serve hot.
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Preparation/Cook Time
45 minutes
