Tag: phyllo dough

• Greek Cuisines January 1, 2025

Spanakopita is a beloved Greek pastry made with layers of phyllo dough filled with a flavorful mixture of spinach, feta cheese, onions, and herbs. It is typically baked until golden and crispy, making it a delicious and savory dish that can be served as a snack, appetizer, or even a main course. Key Ingredients: Spinach...

• Greek Cuisines January 1, 2025

Baklava is a beloved Greek dessert made from layers of thin, flaky phyllo dough filled with a mixture of crushed nuts (often walnuts, pistachios, or hazelnuts), butter, and sugar, then baked until golden and crispy. Once out of the oven, it is soaked in a sweet syrup made from honey, water, and a touch of...

• Moroccan Cuisines December 24, 2024

Moroccan Briouat (also spelled Briwat) are traditional Moroccan pastries that can be either savory or sweet. They are made by filling thin sheets of dough, such as warqa (similar to phyllo dough), with a variety of ingredients, folding them into triangular or cylindrical shapes, and then frying or baking them until crispy. Types of Briouat:...

• Turkish Cuisines December 3, 2024

Börek is a beloved and versatile dish in Turkish cuisine, made with thin layers of dough (known as yufka) that are filled with a variety of ingredients such as cheese, spinach, ground meat, or potatoes, and then baked or fried. It can be served as a snack, appetizer, or main course, and it’s a popular...

• Turkish Cuisines December 3, 2024

Baklava is a rich and decadent dessert originating from the Ottoman Empire, and it remains a beloved part of Turkish cuisine today. It is a sweet pastry made from layers of thin, flaky phyllo dough (yufka) filled with finely chopped nuts and sweetened with a syrup or honey. Key Elements of Turkish Baklava: Phyllo Dough:...