Homemade su boregi is a delicious and flaky Turkish pastry that is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Made with layers of phyllo dough filled with a variety of fillings, such as cheese, spinach, or ground beef, su boregi is a hearty and satisfying dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. Whether you are a seasoned cook or a beginner, this article will provide you with all the information you need to make the perfect homemade su boregi. Read on to learn about the ingredients, equipment, and steps involved in making this classic Turkish pastry.
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HOMEMADE SU BOREGI
Su boregi is a classic Turkish street food available at many borek shops. It is like mix between a pie and a lasagna. This recipe for a home version is from a friend of mine in Istanbul. I tweaked it a little bit.
Provided by Transylmania
Categories Turkish
Time 1h5m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and oil a 16 inch round baking pan -- if this is not available use a 9X13 baking pan.
- Combine cheeses, onions, parsley, and one egg. Mix until this is smooth.
- Spread out a sheet of phyllo dough.
- Brush with olive oil. Top with another.
- On top the this spread some of the cheese mixture. Roll this up from the long side.
- In the baking pan coil the phyllo roll.
- Repeat the steps with the phyllo dough and cheese. Coil each roll around the central roll. You will be making one large spiral.
- Beat the remaining two eggs and pour this over the phyllo rolls. Pour the bottle of mineral water over this and put in the oven immediately.
- Bake for about 30 minutes, or until the top is dry, crisp, and golden brown.
TURKISH WATER BOREK (SUBORGEI)
Steps:
- To prepare the dough:
- 1. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, wheat starch, eggs, lemon juice, and salt. On a lightly floured surface, knead the dough until smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes; or, knead the dough in a stand mixer fitted with a hook attachment on medium speed until smooth and elastic, 6 to 7 minutes. Cover and let rest for 30 minutes.
- 2. Fill a large bowl with ice water and set aside. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Divide the dough into 4 equal portions. Cover the portions with a damp towel and, working in batches, roll them out using a rolling pin or pasta machine to about 1/8-inch thickness. As you finish rolling out each piece, lightly flour it to prevent the sheets from sticking together.
- 3. Working in batches, boil each piece of rolled dough until tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Immediately cool each cooked piece in the bowl of ice water to stop it from cooking. Remove the dough from the water bath, pat dry, and lightly rub each with some olive oil to keep them from sticking together. Set aside.
- To prepare the filling:
- 1. In a large skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of oil. Add the spinach to the pan, toss, and cover with a tight-fitting lid. Cook the spinach, tossing occasionally, until wilted, 3 to 4 minutes. Set aside to cool.
- 2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, and remaining 1/2 cup oil together. Set aside.
- To assemble the borek:
- 1. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly rub the inside of a large baking dish with some olive oil.
- 2. Assemble the dish by first laying down a piece of cooked dough and then scattering some wilted spinach, Feta, and herbs over top. Ladle some of the milk-egg mixture over top. Repeat the assembly, building layer over layer, and ending with cheese and herbs on top.
- 3. Bake until the egg is set and the top is golden brown, about 35 minutes. Let rest 10 minutes before serving.
SIGARA BöREGI
This is the most popular Turkish börek. The little rolls or "cigars" make ideal appetizers and canapés. It is best to use a thicker quality of fillo, which is not likely to tear during cooking. If the fillo sheets are too thin, use 2 strips together and brush with butter or oil in between. In this case you will need to double the number of sheets.
Yield makes 16
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- For the filling, mash the feta cheese with a fork and mix with the egg and herbs.
- Take out the sheets of fillo only when you are ready to use them, as they dry out. Cut the sheets into 4 rectangles each, about 12 by 4 inches, and put them in a pile on top of each other. Brush the top strip lightly with oil or melted butter. Take a heaping teaspoon of filling and place it at one of the 4-inch or shortest ends of the strip in a thin sausage shape along the edge-about 1 inch from it and 1 inch from the side edges (1). Roll up the top sheet with the filling inside like a cigarette (2). Turn the ends in when you've rolled it about a third of the way to trap the filling (3), then continue to roll (4). Repeat with the remaining fillo sheets.
- Place the cigars close to each other on a greased baking sheet and brush the tops with oil or melted butter and bake at 350°F for 30 minutes, or until crisp and golden.
- Serve hot.
Tips:
- For a crispy phyllo pastry, use thin sheets and brush each layer with melted butter or oil before assembling.
- To prevent the phyllo pastry from drying out, cover it with a damp cloth or plastic wrap while working.
- If you don't have a rolling pin, you can use a wine bottle or a glass to roll out the phyllo dough.
- To make sure the börek is cooked evenly, bake it in a preheated oven and rotate the pan halfway through baking.
- Let the börek cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Conclusion:
Su böreği is a delicious and versatile Turkish pastry that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With its crispy phyllo layers, savory filling, and tangy yogurt sauce, it's a dish that is sure to please everyone. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced cook, I encourage you to try making su böreği at home. With a little practice, you'll be able to create this delicious pastry that will impress your family and friends.
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