Bourekakia (Meat Triangles)

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 9
Bourekakia (Meat Triangles) - A savory and delicious appetizer
in Appetizer

Prep

30 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb topside mince
1 onion ( grated )
1/4 cup oil
pepper
salt
2 tablespoons tomato paste ( diluted with water )
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
2 eggs ( beat in a cup )
2 tablespoons marsala wine
1 cup grated feta cheese
1 phyllo pastry
unsalted butter ( for buttering phyllo pastry )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
225
Sugar
2g
Fat
14g
Bourekakia, also known as meat triangles, is a popular appetizer in Greece and the Middle East. The dish is made by combining spiced mince meat with feta cheese and wrapping it in layers of phyllo pastry. The result is a crispy, savory, and satisfying bite-sized snack that is perfect for parties and gatherings. Not only is Bourekakia delicious, but it is also relatively easy to make, requiring only a few basic ingredients and some patience in working with phyllo pastry. It is sure to be a crowd-pleaser at any event.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.In a pan, cook the mince and grated onion with oil, pepper, and salt until browned.
3.Add in the diluted tomato paste, nutmeg, and marsala wine and let it simmer until the liquid has evaporated.
4.Remove from heat and let cool. Mix in the feta cheese and beaten eggs.
5.Melt unsalted butter. Take one sheet of the phyllo pastry and brush it with butter. Fold it in half to create a square.
6.Add 1 tablespoon of the mince mixture to the bottom corner of the square and fold the pastry into a triangle shape. Repeat until all the ingredients are used up.
7.Brush the tops of the triangles with butter and bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.

PROS

Bourekakia is a savory and delicious appetizer that is perfect for parties and gatherings.
The flavor of the meat and feta cheese mixture is robust and satisfying.

CONS

Phyllo pastry can be tricky to work with, requiring precision and patience in folding the triangles.
It can also be a bit messy to make.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Bourekakia is not the healthiest appetizer, it does provide a good source of protein from the mince and feta cheese. The spices used in the recipe can also aid in digestion and have anti-inflammatory properties.

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