100% Vegetarian
4.9 (120+ reviews)

Burek

Burek is a delicious Croatian style Side dish prepared with authentic spices and fresh ingredients. Fry the finely chopped onions and minced meat in oil. Add the salt and pepper. Grease a round baking tray and put a layer of pastry in it. Cover with a thin layer of filling and cover this with another layer of filo pastry which must be well coated in oil. Put another layer of filling and cover with pastry. When you have five or six layers, cover with filo pastry, bake at 200ºC/392ºF for half an hour and cut in quarters and serve.

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Burek
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Prep Time 15 mins
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Cook Time 20 mins
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Total Time 35 mins
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Servings 4 Servings
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Calories ~340 kcal
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Difficulty Easy Prep
Difficulty Levels Guide
  • Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
  • Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
  • Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
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Step-by-Step Cooking Method

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Fry the finely chopped onions and minced meat in oil. Add the salt and pepper. Grease a round baking tray and put a layer of pastry in it. Cover with a thin layer of filling and cover this with another layer of filo pastry which must be well coated in oil. Put another layer of filling and cover with pastry. When you have five or six layers, cover with filo pastry, bake at 200ºC/392ºF for half an hour and cut in quarters and serve.

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Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings

  • Best enjoyed hot as a delicious vegetarian dish.
  • Pair with your favorite side dishes, rice, or fresh bread for a wholesome meal.

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