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Medium 1 hr 40 min~460 kcal 6/10
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Borek with Lentils and Walnuts
This Sivas-style borek fills pastry with lentils and walnuts for a crisp hearty bake.
Medium⏱️ 1 hr 36 min📖 1 min readServes 6~278 kcal🇹🇷 Turkish🌍 Full translation
18 min prep 24 min cook 54 min rest
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Timeline
Total 1 h 36 min- Prep18 min
- Resting/Marinating54 min
- Cooking24 min
Ingredients
6 servings
Quick:
- 4 Yufka sheets
- 1.5 cup(~300 ml) Cooked green lentils
- 0.5 cup(~100 ml) Walnuts
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Olive oil
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Instructions
- 1
Boil the green lentils for 15 minutes and drain.
15 min15:00 - 2
Cook the onion for 5 minutes, then add the lentils and walnuts to prepare the filling.
5 min05:00 - 3
Cool the filling for 10 minutes so the yufka sheets do not tear from the heat.
10 min10:00 - 4
Roll the yufka sheets with the filling and arrange them on the tray.
- 5
Brush the top with the oily mixture.
- 6
Bake the pastry in a 190°C oven for 24 minutes.
24 min24:00
💡 Tip: Boiling the lentils until just firm helps them scatter through the pastry without turning into puree.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Slice and serve warm with tea and tomato slices.
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Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
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Nutrition (per serving)
~278
kcal calories
9
g protein
30
g carbs
13
g fat
Protein 13%Carbs 44%Fat 43%
GI 29 · Low GIGL 9 · Low GL
1.3g
Sugar
4.9g
Fiber
109.3mg
Sodium
1.4g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Estimated satiety (per serving)
6/10Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
- Tree nuts
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Borek with Lentils and Walnuts make?
This recipe serves 6.How long does Borek with Lentils and Walnuts take?
Prep 18 minutes, cooking 24 minutes, including 54 minutes of passive resting; 96 minutes in total.Is Borek with Lentils and Walnuts difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Borek with Lentils and Walnuts have?
Approximately 278 kcal per serving. Protein: 9g, carbs: 30g, fat: 13g.Which allergens does Borek with Lentils and Walnuts contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Tree nuts. Check it against your dietary needs.How many ingredients does Borek with Lentils and Walnuts need?
This recipe needs 4 ingredients.Is Borek with Lentils and Walnuts filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 6/10; strongly filling, works as a main meal. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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