Kritiko Boureki – Cretan Boureki!

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 15

Authentic Kritiko Boureki for your Mediterranean feast!

by The Chefin Entree

Prep

30 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

1 hr 20 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

	1 kg potato , cut in thin slices
	1 kg courgettes or 1 kg zucchini , cut in thin slices
	1 bunch of fresh mint , finely chopped
	250 ml milk
	570 g grated mizithra cheese or 570 g crumbled feta cheese
	salt and black pepper
	2 sheets phyllo dough ( home made or frozen ) or 2 sheets phyllo dough ( home made or frozen )
	olive oil

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

435

Sugar

Fat

23g

Kritiko Boureki is a traditional Cretan dish that is often served as a main course for lunch or dinner. The base of the dish consists of sliced potatoes, courgettes or zucchini, and fresh mint, which are mixed with cheese and baked in phyllo dough. The result is a crispy and flavorful pie that showcases the fresh and simple flavors of the Mediterranean. The dish is perfect for a family meal or a special occasion, and is sure to impress your guests with its authentic taste and beautiful presentation.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 180°C.
2.	In a large bowl, mix together the sliced potatoes, courgettes or zucchini, and fresh mint. Add in the milk and 300g of the grated mizithra cheese or feta cheese. Season well with salt and pepper.
3.	Brush a baking dish with olive oil. Arrange one sheet of phyllo dough in the dish, letting it hang over the edge. Brush with olive oil and add another sheet. Repeat until you have 6 layers.
4.	Pour the filling into the dish. Fold the overhanging phyllo dough over the top and brush with olive oil. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
5.	Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the filling is cooked through and the phyllo dough is golden brown on top. Let cool for 10-15 minutes before cutting into squares and serving.

PROS

Kritiko Boureki is a delicious and authentic Cretan dish that showcases the fresh and simple ingredients of the Mediterranean.

The combination of potatoes, courgettes or zucchini, and fresh mint creates a unique and flavorful filling that is perfect for lunch or dinner.

Using phyllo dough for the crust adds a beautiful crunch to the dish.

CONS

This dish can be time-consuming to make, as it requires slicing potatoes and zucchini and layering phyllo dough.

It is also relatively high in calories and fat, due to the use of cheese and phyllo dough.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The use of fresh vegetables in this recipe makes it a great source of vitamins and minerals, such as potassium, vitamin C, and vitamin K.
Mint has been shown to aid in digestion and reduce inflammation in the body.