Fantastic Filo Pastries

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 14
Fantastic Filo Pastries – Melt-In-The-Mouth Triangular Treats
in Pastry

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

6 sheets phyllo pastry
1/4 lb feta cheese
2 hard-boiled eggs , peeled
1/2 cup loosely packed finely minced parsley
2 tablespoons minced scallions
2 tablespoons minced fresh dill
1/2 cup butter , melted
salt and pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
265
Sugar
1g
Fat
20g
Fantastic Filo Pastries, also known as Bourekia, is a popular pastry dish in Greece and other parts of the Mediterranean and Middle East. The name Bourekia comes from the Ottoman word borek, which means savory pastry. The pastry is made by filling layers of buttery, paper-thin phyllo sheets with a delicious blend of crumbled feta cheese, hard-boiled eggs, scallions, parsley, and fresh herbs that are both healthy and tasty. These pastries are perfect for breakfast, lunch or even dinner, and can be served as appetizers or snacks at any party. Its triangular shape makes it a fun, party food, easy to hold, and a joy to eat. The pastries are also an excellent way to use up leftover phyllo dough, and the recipe can easily be adapted to suit any taste by adding or omitting different ingredients.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2.Mash the feta cheese and eggs together in a medium bowl, then stir in parsley, scallions, dill, salt, and pepper.
3.Melt the butter in a small bowl.
4.On a clean, dry surface, place one sheet of phyllo pastry. Brush the entire sheet with butter. Layer another sheet on top, brushing with butter again. Repeat process until six sheets have been layered.
5.Cut the layered phyllo into 4-5 equal strips, about 2-3 inches wide.
6.Place a heaping tablespoon of the feta mixture at the bottom of each strip. Fold the strip from the bottom corner to the opposite edge, creating a triangle. Continue to fold in this manner until you reach the end of the strip. Repeat with the remaining strips and filling.
7.Place the triangles on the prepared baking sheet, and brush the tops with the remaining butter.
8.Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes until they are golden brown and crisp.
9.Serve hot as a healthy snack, meal, or appetizer!

PROS

Fantastic Filo Pastries are irresistibly scrumptious and sure to satisfy your hunger pangs.
They’re quick and easy to make, incredibly versatile, and suitable for any occasion.

Being an excellent source of protein and folate, these treats keep you feeling fuller for longer and less likely to overindulge in unhealthy snacks.
Not only are they delicious, but they’re also a healthier alternative to other fried snacks, containing fresh herbs and green onions rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties, while baking keeps their fat content to a minimum.

CONS

Phyllo pastry can be a bit difficult to handle and can dry out fast, so make sure to keep the pastry dough covered with a damp towel as you work.

Although filo pastry contains fewer calories than puff pastry, these pastries are made with butter, which increases their calorie and fat content.
They also contain a significant amount of salt that may not be suitable for those watching their sodium intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Fantastic Filo Pastries are packed with healthy ingredients – each pastry is full of protein, vitamins, and minerals. The feta cheese is high in calcium, and the herbs, scallions, and eggs provide a good dose of vitamins and other nutrients.

Being high in protein, these pastries help boost metabolism, support muscle growth and repair body tissues, and maintain optimal body weight. Rich in calcium, feta cheese helps keep bones and teeth strong and healthy and lowers the risk of osteoporosis. Herbs and scallions provide antioxidants that reduce inflammation and fight free radicals that damage cells and cause diseases. Eggs provide complete protein essential for building and repairing muscles and tissues, also aiding the immune system.

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