Spinach Bourekas Recipe

Name: Spinach Bourekas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: FOR DOUGH; 1/2 cup oil, plus; 2 tablespoons oil; 1/2 cup water, plus; 2 tablespoons water (lukewarm); 1 teaspoon salt; 2 1/2 cups flour; FOR FILLING; 3 tablespoons oil; 1 garlic clove; 6 scallions; 1 lb spinach, cooked and chopped; 2 eggs; 1/2 cup mashed potatoes; chopped walnuts; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped; 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped; 1/2 teaspoon salt; TO FINISH; sesame seeds; 1 egg, beaten with; 1 tablespoon water

Servings: persons

FOR DOUGH
1/2 cup oil, plus
2 tablespoons oil
1/2 cup water, plus
2 tablespoons water (lukewarm)
1 teaspoon salt
2 1/2 cups flour
FOR FILLING
3 tablespoons oil
1 garlic clove
6 scallions
1 lb spinach, cooked and chopped
2 eggs
1/2 cup mashed potatoes
chopped walnuts
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
TO FINISH
sesame seeds
1 egg, beaten with
1 tablespoon water

1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
2
Combine dough ingredients, adding the flour gradually until the dough pulls away from the bowl.
3
Form a ball, cover with plastic wrap, and let rest 30 minutes at room temperature.
4
Meanwhile, saute scallions and garlic in oil. Remove from heat and let cool, then add remaining filling ingredients and stir to mix.
5
Form the dough into 1-inch balls and flatten to be 1/8 inch thick. Place a heaping teaspoon of filling in the center of each. Fold in half to make a half-moon shape and press on edges to seal. Place on a greased or nonstick baking tray.
6
Brush with the egg mixture and sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
7
Bake 30 minutes or until golden brown.

903

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: FOR DOUGH, 1/2 cup oil, plus, 2 tablespoons oil, 1/2 cup water, plus, and more.

Yes, Spinach Bourekas falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spinach Bourekas

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