BOUREKI (A RECIPE FROM CRETE)

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Make and share this Boureki (A Recipe from Crete) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by evelynathens

Categories     Potato

Time 1h40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 lbs large zucchini, washed, sliced into thin rounds
2 lbs large potatoes, peeled, cut into thin rounds
1 large onion, chopped
3/4 cup olive oil
4 -5 garlic cloves, minced
1 lb ricotta cheese, crumbled (or anthotiro, if you can get it)
1/2 lb mizithra cheese, grated (you can sub Parmesan)
2 tablespoons of fresh mint, minced (1 tblsp. dried)
salt and pepper
1/2 cup flour
1/4 cup water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (170C).
  • Put the zucchini, potato and onion into a deep bowl and sprinkle with 1/2 cup flour, salt and pepper to taste (careful! the cheese will have lots of salt don't use too much), all the grated cheese, mint, garlic, olive oil, and toss to coat all slices.
  • Pour this mixture into a greased (olive oil) 13 X 9" pyrex baking dish (this doesn't have to be pretty- it won't show much when baked and sliced- taste is everything!).
  • Press down with palms of hands to compact somewhat. Carefully pour 1/4 cup water over top.
  • Bake for about 1 hour and 20 minutes. (if boureki appears to be too dry during baking, you can add up to 1/4 cup more water - but careful, the zucchini and potatoes will also release liquid during baking).
  • Allow to cool 15 minutes before cutting into.

Vice admiral Akinu
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I've made this boureki several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great dish to serve for company.


M Luc
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This recipe was easy to follow and the boureki turned out great. I will definitely be making it again.


Tshepo Makasela
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I'm not a huge fan of spinach, but I really enjoyed this boureki. The cheese and phyllo dough were the perfect balance.


Naseeb Zehri
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This recipe was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it. The boureki was delicious and my family loved it.


Hujaifi Amrin
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This boureki is amazing! The flavors are perfect and the phyllo dough is so crispy. I will definitely be making this again and again.


koba epitashvili
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I often make it for potlucks and it's always a hit.


Hayley Conner
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This is a delicious recipe! The filling is creamy and flavorful, and the phyllo dough is crispy and flaky. I will definitely be making this again.


Faloo
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The phyllo dough was a bit tricky to work with, but the end result was worth it. This dish is a great way to impress your guests.


fgigg dong
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I had never heard of boureki before, but I'm so glad I tried it. It's a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal.


Alis Greg
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it twice now and both times it's been delicious. The cheese and spinach filling is creamy and flavorful, and the phyllo dough is perfectly crispy.


Lucas Ordaz
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Just made this tonight for my family and it was a hit! The flavors were incredible and the phyllo dough was crispy and flaky. Will definitely be making this again.