Ispanaklı Börek (Spinach and Feta Phyllo Rolls)

Ingredients

• •1/2 package (about 250 g) frozen phyllo dough, thawed
• •2 cups frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed very dry
• •1 cup crumbled feta cheese
• •1 small yellow onion, finely diced
• •2 large eggs
• •1/2 tsp black pepper
• •1/4 tsp red chili flakes
• •1/3 cup olive oil
• •1 tbsp sesame seeds
• •1 tsp nigella seeds (optional)

Directions

1. 1Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. 2Mix spinach, feta, onion, one egg, black pepper, and chili flakes in a bowl until combined.
3. 3Lay one phyllo sheet on a clean work surface, brush lightly with olive oil; lay a second sheet directly on top and brush again.
4. 4Spoon a thin line of filling along the long edge of the phyllo, then roll it up into a tight log; curl into a coil or keep straight and place on the baking sheet.
5. 5Repeat with remaining phyllo and filling to make 6–8 rolls total.
6. 6Beat the remaining egg with 1 tbsp water; brush over all rolls and sprinkle with sesame and nigella seeds.
7. 7Bake 20–22 minutes until deeply golden and crisp; cool 5 minutes before serving.

💡 Phyllo dough is stocked in the freezer section of most Canadian grocery stores (look for Apollo or Athens brand). Nigella seeds are available at South Asian or Middle Eastern grocers; simply omit if unavailable.

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