Byrek – Albanian phyllo pie
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Byrek – Albanian phyllo pie

An Albanian framing of the shared Balkan family of phyllo pies, filled here with spinach and white cheese.

TraditionalLunchDinnerBakingVegetarianAlbanian
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65 min total
6 servings
Medium

Ingredients

servings
  • 270 g Phyllo pastry
  • 400 g Spinach, roughly chopped
  • 250 g White brined cheese, crumbled
  • 2 stk Eggs
  • 4 spsk Olive oil or melted butter
  • 15 g Fresh dill, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    Make the filling

    1. Mix spinach, cheese, eggs, and dill. Season lightly with pepper; the salty cheese usually needs no extra salt.
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  2. 2

    Assemble the pie

    1. Layer half the phyllo in an oiled baking dish, brushing each sheet. Spread over the filling and cover with the remaining pastry.
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  3. 3

    Bake the byrek

    1. Score the top into portions and bake at 190°C for 35–40 minutes until crisp and deeply golden.
    190°C
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Nutrition

Calories

420kcal

Protein

15g

Fat

27g

Carbs

31g

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