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A quintessential Mediterranean snack that is crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":20,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":35,"activeMinutes":35},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"250g Yufka or Phyllo dough","name":"Phyllo Dough","quantity":250,"unit":"g","usQuantity":8.8,"usUnit":"oz","form":"sheets","notes":"cut into triangles","group":"Pastry","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"200g Feta cheese","name":"Feta cheese","quantity":200,"unit":"g","usQuantity":7.1,"usUnit":"oz","form":"crumbled","notes":"can use Lor cheese or Turkish Beyaz Peynir","group":"Filling","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"1 bunch fresh parsley","name":"Chopped Parsley","quantity":1,"unit":"bunch","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"bunch","form":"finely chopped","notes":"stems removed","group":"Filling","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"1 egg","name":"Egg","quantity":1,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"each","form":"beaten","notes":"used as a binder for filling or to seal edges","group":"Filling/Sealing","optional":true},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"500ml vegetable oil for frying","name":"Vegetable Oil","quantity":500,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"cup","form":"liquid","notes":"for deep frying","group":"Cooking","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"In a small bowl, crumble the feta cheese and mix it thoroughly with the finely chopped parsley. If the mixture is too dry, add a little beaten egg to help it bind.","group":"Filling Prep","title":"In a small bowl, crumble the feta cheese","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Filling Prep"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Cut the yufka or phyllo dough into long triangles (about 6 inches wide at the base). Place one triangle on a flat surface with the wide base facing you.","group":"Assembly","title":"Cut the yufka or phyllo dough","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Place a tablespoon of the cheese filling along the wide edge of the triangle. Fold the side corners inward over the filling, then roll the dough tightly toward the pointed tip, like a cigar.","group":"Assembly","title":"Place a tablespoon of the cheese filling along the wide edge of the triangle","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Dip your finger in a bit of water or beaten egg and dab the pointed tip of the triangle to seal the roll shut.","group":"Assembly","title":"Dip your finger in a bit of water or beaten egg and dab the pointed tip…","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pan to 350°F (177°C). Fry the rolls in batches for 2-3 minutes until they are golden brown and crispy on all sides.","group":"Cooking","title":"Heat the vegetable oil","timerMinutes":3,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Remove the rolls with a slotted spoon and drain them on paper towels to remove excess oil. Serve hot.","group":"Cooking","title":"Remove the rolls","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"}],"notes":"Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying so the pastry doesn't absorb too much grease. You can also bake these for a lighter version, though frying is the traditional method for maximum crunch.","cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Turkish"]},"course":["appetizer"],"cookingMethod":["fry"],"equipment":["deep frying pan","slotted spoon","paper towels","mixing bowl"],"diet":["vegetarian"],"allergens":["milk","gluten","eggs"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":20,"unit":"piece","note":"Makes approximately 20 rolls"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"You can roll the börek ahead of time and keep them in the fridge for up to 24 hours before frying."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store leftover fried rolls in an airtight container. Reheat in an oven or air fryer to regain crispness.","reheatingNotes":"Avoid microwave as it makes the pastry soggy."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fsigara_boregi_0c1fe4826f%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=a5a777b5-1267-48d0-a453-72dba3dd6e44","imageAlt":"Sigara Böreği (Turkish Cheese Rolls) — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["turkish","cheese","pastry","crispy","appetizer","mediterranean"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Sigara Böreği (Turkish Cheese Rolls)","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T01:56:19.849Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T01:56:19.849Z","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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