Description
Bourekakia are crispy, golden phyllo triangles filled with a creamy blend of feta, ricotta, and fresh herbs. These savory Greek mini pies are perfect as an appetizer, snack, or part of a Mediterranean mezze spread.
Ingredients
12 sheets phyllo dough, thawed
200 g feta cheese, crumbled
150 g ricotta cheese
1 large egg
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
120 ml olive oil or melted butter for brushing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the crumbled feta, ricotta, egg, parsley, dill, black pepper, and salt. Mix until smooth but slightly textured.
- Lay one sheet of phyllo dough on a clean surface and lightly brush with olive oil or melted butter. Place a second sheet on top and brush again.
- Cut the layered phyllo lengthwise into three equal strips. Place about one tablespoon of filling at one end of each strip.
- Fold the corner over the filling diagonally to form a triangle, then continue folding in a triangle pattern until you reach the end of the strip.
- Place each triangle seam-side down on the prepared baking tray and brush the tops lightly with more oil or butter.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown and crisp. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Add grated kefalotyri or mozzarella for extra cheesy flavor.
Increase dill or add fresh mint for a stronger herbal note.
Mix in a spoonful of cream cheese for extra creaminess.
Sprinkle sesame seeds or a pinch of nutmeg on top before baking for added aroma.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven at 170°C (340°F) for 8–10 minutes.
Freeze unbaked triangles and bake directly from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 380 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
