TURKISH BOREK

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Provided by Scott Conant

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h20m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound mild green peppers, such as cubanelles or Anaheims, stemmed, seeded and coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon pul biber pepper (Aleppo pepper)
1 large onion, coarsely chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 pounds ground beef
3/4 cup canola oil, plus more for brushing
5 large eggs
1 cup milk
One 16-ounce package yufka dough
2 tablespoons nigella sativa (black cumin seeds)

Steps:

  • In a large, deep skillet, heat the olive oil over moderate heat. Add the peppers, pul biber and onions, season with salt and pepper and cook, stirring frequently, until softened, about 10 minutes. Add the beef and cook until the liquid has evaporated, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Continue cooking over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, about 15 minutes. Transfer the vegetables and meat to a bowl and let cool slightly.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and lightly oil a 9- by 13-inch glass baking dish.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs with the milk and 1/2 cup of the canola oil. Lay a sheet of yufka on a work surface and brush with the egg mixture; repeat until you have a stack of 2 sheets. Transfer the stack to the baking dish and spread one-third of the beef mixture on top. Repeat the layering twice more with the brushed yufka sheets and beef filling, then end with a stack of brushed yufka.
  • Trim the overhanging yufka slightly and tuck it under itself. Brush any remaining egg mixture on top of the borek, top with the nigella sativa seeds and bake until deeply golden on top and sizzling, about 45 minutes. Let the borek rest for 20 minutes before cutting into squares and serving.

Queenher Queen
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I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Mueez Shah
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I'm really disappointed with this recipe. It was a waste of time and money.


Gulamvkf Alihjfmd
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This recipe was a disaster! The dough was impossible to work with and the filling was flavorless.


ansari bro deen or dunian
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The phyllo dough was too thick and chewy. I think I'll try using a different brand next time.


Tayyab Haral
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The filling in this borek was a bit bland. I think I'll add some more spices next time.


Vinny Vang
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This borek was a little too oily for my taste. I think I'll try using less butter next time.


Anvarull devan
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I love how versatile this recipe is. You can use different fillings and toppings to create a variety of different boreks.


Sbusiso Khoza
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I was really impressed with how easy this recipe was to follow. I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to make this dish without any problems.


Shotik Photd সঠিক পথ
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I've made this borek several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's perfect for any occasion, from casual get-togethers to formal dinner parties.


JONATHAN diaz
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This borek was a bit more time-consuming to make than I expected, but it was definitely worth the effort. The end result was a delicious and impressive dish.


Khan Mobile
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I was initially hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a fan of phyllo dough, but I'm so glad I did! The dough was crispy and buttery, and the filling was incredibly flavorful.


Pamela Parnell
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I made this for my family and they all loved it! The borek was flaky and flavorful, and the filling was perfectly seasoned.


Ronaldo Ziggy
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The step-by-step instructions were easy to follow and the dish turned out beautifully.


Ramdhyan Sahani
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This Turkish borek was a hit at my dinner party! The combination of crispy phyllo dough, savory filling, and tangy yogurt sauce was simply irresistible.