{"id":"borek_0de87e62ff","slug":"borek","title":"Börek","description":"A classic Mediterranean savory pastry featuring layers of thin, flaky phyllo dough filled with a rich mixture of feta cheese and fresh parsley.","serves":8,"time":{"prepMinutes":20,"cookMinutes":40,"totalMinutes":60,"activeMinutes":30},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"500g Phyllo dough","name":"Phyllo Dough","quantity":500,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1.1,"usUnit":"lb","form":"thin sheets","notes":"thawed","group":"Pastry","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"400g Feta cheese","name":"Feta cheese","quantity":400,"unit":"g","usQuantity":14.1,"usUnit":"oz","form":"crumbled","notes":"can use a mix of feta and ricotta","group":"Filling","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"1 bunch fresh flat-leaf parsley","name":"Chopped Parsley","quantity":1,"unit":"bunch","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"bunch","form":"chopped","notes":"fresh flat-leaf","group":"Filling","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"3 large eggs","name":"Egg","quantity":3,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":3,"usUnit":"piece","form":"whole","notes":"at room temperature","group":"Liquid Mix","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"250ml Milk","name":"Milk","quantity":250,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"1","usUnit":"cup","form":"liquid","notes":"whole milk preferred","group":"Liquid Mix","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"125g Plain yogurt","name":"Yogurt","quantity":125,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"cup","form":"plain","notes":"Greek or whole milk yogurt","group":"Liquid Mix","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"125ml Olive oil","name":"Olive Oil","quantity":125,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"cup","form":"extra virgin","notes":"","group":"Liquid Mix","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-8","original":"1 tablespoon Nigella seeds","name":"Nigella seeds","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"seeds","notes":"or sesame seeds for topping","group":"Topping","optional":true}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F) and grease a rectangular baking pan with a little oil or butter.","group":"Preparation","title":"Preheat your oven","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"In a bowl, crumble the feta cheese and mix it thoroughly with the chopped parsley.","group":"Filling","title":"In a bowl, crumble the feta cheese","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Filling"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, yogurt, and olive oil until smooth. This will be your soaking liquid.","group":"Liquid Mix","title":"Whisk together the eggs, milk, yogurt, and olive oil","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Liquid Mix"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Place two sheets of phyllo dough in the bottom of the pan, letting the edges hang over. Brush generously with the liquid mixture. Repeat for about 1/3 of the dough sheets.","group":"Assembly","title":"Place two sheets of phyllo dough","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Spread half of the cheese and parsley mixture evenly over the dough. Layer another 1/3 of the phyllo sheets on top, brushing each layer with the liquid mixture. Add the remaining cheese filling.","group":"Assembly","title":"Spread half of the cheese and parsley mixture evenly","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Finish with the remaining phyllo sheets, brushing the top layer with any leftover liquid mixture. Fold in any overhanging edges. Sprinkle with nigella or sesame seeds.","group":"Assembly","title":"Finish with the remaining phyllo sheets, brushing the top layer","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"},{"id":"instruction-7","text":"Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until the top is golden brown and crispy.","group":"Baking","title":"Bake in the preheated oven","timerMinutes":40,"sourceTitle":"Baking"},{"id":"instruction-8","text":"Allow to rest for 10 minutes before cutting into squares and serving.","group":"Serving","title":"Allow to rest for 10 minutes before cutting","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Serving"}],"notes":"Ensure your phyllo dough is completely thawed before starting. Keep it covered with a damp towel while working to prevent it from drying out.","cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Turkish"]},"course":["appetizer","side"],"cookingMethod":["bake"],"equipment":["Baking pan (9x13 inch)","Pastry brush","Mixing bowls","Whisk"],"diet":["vegetarian"],"allergens":["wheat","gluten","milk","eggs"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":1,"unit":"tray","note":"Standard 9x13 inch baking pan"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"You can assemble the börek a night before, cover with plastic wrap, and store in the fridge. Bake fresh the next morning."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store leftover squares in an airtight container.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat in the oven or air fryer to maintain the crispiness of the phyllo."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fborek_0de87e62ff%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=fdabf17b-2ecf-4ba6-a045-710f1280e1ad","imageAlt":"Börek — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["borek","savory pastry","phyllo","cheese","mediterranean","turkish breakfast"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Börek","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T01:19:25.393Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T01:19:25.393Z","related":[{"id":"ac_l_ezme_d064be0373","slug":"acili-ezme","title":"Acılı Ezme","description":"A classic Turkish spicy vegetable salad and condiment featuring finely chopped tomatoes, peppers, and onions, balanced with the tang of pomegranate molasses and aromatic herbs.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":20,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":20},"cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Turkish"]},"course":["sauce","appetizer"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free","nut_free","low_carb"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fac_l_ezme_d064be0373%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=ac6fc624-4435-4cfa-9991-d45441036707","imageAlt":"Acılı Ezme — recipe cover","tags":["spicy","dip","vegetable","healthy","turkish","mezze"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":14,"stepCount":5},{"id":"recipe_2f05621352","slug":"bouyiourdi-greek-baked-feta","title":"Bouyiourdi (Greek Baked Feta)","description":"A traditional Greek meze featuring salty feta cheese baked until melted with juicy tomatoes, spicy peppers, and fragrant extra virgin olive oil.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":25,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Greek"]},"course":["appetizer"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_2f05621352%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=fd6db74e-cfd9-46b5-aa96-6e0e76c26c9a","imageAlt":"Bouyiourdi (Greek Baked Feta) — recipe cover","tags":["feta","baked cheese","greek meze","spicy","vegetarian"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":6,"stepCount":5},{"id":"recipe_66184712aa","slug":"creamy-homemade-hummus","title":"Creamy Homemade Hummus","description":"A silky, rich, and authentic Mediterranean chickpea dip blended with nutty tahini, fresh lemon juice, and aromatic garlic. 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