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Classic Borekas

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These classic Middle Eastern borekas are the ultimate comfort food, featuring a tender, flaky dough encasing a variety of savory fillings. The dough, made with flour, margarine, and lemon juice, rolls out thinly to create delicate layers that turn golden and crisp in the oven. Whether filled with a creamy spinach and cheese mixture, saut&# 195;©ed vegetables, or spiced meat, each bite offers a satisfying crunch followed by a warm, flavorful center. Perfect for shabbat, holiday gatherings, or a hearty snack, these pastries are versatile and deeply traditional. They pair beautifully with a cup of coffee or tea, offering a taste of home-style hospitality.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6
Calories: 988.5
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
These classic Middle Eastern borekas are the ultimate comfort food, featuring a tender, flaky dough encasing a variety of savory fillings. The dough, made with flour, margarine, and lemon juice, rolls out thinly to create delicate layers that turn golden and crisp in the oven. Whether filled with a creamy spinach and cheese mixture, saut&# 195;©ed vegetables, or spiced meat, each bite offers a satisfying crunch followed by a warm, flavorful center. Perfect for shabbat, holiday gatherings, or a hearty snack, these pastries are versatile and deeply traditional. They pair beautifully with a cup of coffee or tea, offering a taste of home-style hospitality.
Ingredients
  • 2 1/4 cups Flour; sifted -temperature
  • 1/2 teaspoons Baking Powder 2 sm Egg Yolks
  • 3/4 teaspoons Salt
  • 1 tablespoons Lemon Juice
  • 1 1/3 cups Margarine; at room
  • 1/3 cups Water
Directions
  1. 1
    Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
  2. 2
    Add margarine, egg yolks, lemon juice, and water. Mix until a smooth dough forms.
  3. 3
    Form dough into a ball, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  4. 4
    Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C).
  5. 5
    Prepare your chosen filling (spinach cheese, broccoli, meat, kasha, or savory cheese) according to preference.
  6. 6
    On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a thin rectangle or cut into 3-inch squares/rounds.
  7. 7
    Place a spoonful of filling on each square or along the edge of the rectangle.
  8. 8
    Fold the dough over the filling, pressing edges firmly to seal.
  9. 9
    Place sealed borekas on a greased baking sheet.
  10. 10
    Brush tops with a mixture of 1 egg yolk and 1 teaspoon water.
  11. 11
    Sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired, then prick the top of each pastry with a fork.
  12. 12
    Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp.
  13. 13
    Allow to cool slightly before serving warm.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 988.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 56.6g88%
Saturated Fat 17.9g90%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 4566.4mg191%
Total Carbohydrate 103.5g35%
Dietary Fiber 3.6g15%
Sugars 0.5g
Protein 13.8g28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: borekas, pastry, middle-eastern, savory, cheese, spinach, appetizer, shabbat, flaky, oven-baked, vegetarian, traditional, filling, homemade, comfort food
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