Savory feta-herb or Sweet tahini-chocolate filling

Sweet Tahini Chocolate & Savory Herbed Feta + Egg

Börek is one of Turkey’s most beloved pastries, typically made with layers of filo (yufka) filled with everything from savory cheeses to sweet flavors. Here, I’ve taken two simple, traditional fillings to give you a taste of both worlds. Whether you’re in the mood for a savory pastry with feta and fresh herbs or a delightful sweet with tahini, honey, and dark chocolate, these börek recipes bring a little taste of Turkey right to your kitchen.

Thaw your phyllo in the fridge the night before!

Dish Type - Breakfast, Pastry, Snack
Makes - 2 of each kind

Recipe 1: Sweet Tahini Chocolate Börek

Ingredients

• 4 sheets of phyllo dough thawed (about 100g)

• 4 tbsp tahini

• 2 tbsp honey

• 100g dark chocolate, chopped or grated

• 4 tbsp melted butter (for brushing)

• 1 egg beaten with water (egg wash) or you can use more butter

• Sesame seeds, brown sugar (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

2. Mix tahini with honey in a small bowl.

3. Lay out one sheet of filo, brush with melted butter, and fold it in half. Spread a thin layer of the tahini mixture over the surface and sprinkle with dark chocolate.

4. Roll or fold the pastry into a shape of your choice (rolls or layers both work well).

5. Place on a baking sheet, brush the top with more butter or egg wash, and sprinkle with sesame seeds and brown sugar if desired.

6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Serve warm for a gooey chocolate treat!

Recipe 2: Savory Feta Herb Börek

Ingredients

• 4 sheets of phyllo dough thawed (about 100g)

• 200g feta cheese, crumbled

• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

• 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped

• 1 egg (for filling)

• 1 egg beaten with water (egg wash) or you can use olive oil

• sesame seeds and salt for garnish

• Olive oil (for brushing)

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

2. In a bowl, mix feta, parsley, dill, and one egg until well combined.

3. Lay out a sheet of filo pastry, brush it with olive oil, and fold it in half. Spoon some of the filling over one half, then fold or roll into a shape you like.

4. Place on a baking sheet and brush the top with more olive oil or the egg wash if you want a richer color. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and salt.

5. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the börek is golden and crispy. Serve warm for a delicious savory snack!