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Medium 1 hr 40 min~460 kcal 6/10
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Sesame Zucchini Blossom Borek
Zucchini blossoms, cheese, and sesame bake into a delicate Mugla borek with a fragrant golden top.
Medium⏱️ 1 hr📖 1 min readServes 6~310 kcal🇹🇷 Turkish🌍 Full translation
22 min prep 30 min cook 8 min rest
- #Baked
- Vegetarian
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Timeline
Total 1 h- Prep22 min
- Resting/Marinating8 min
- Cooking30 min
Ingredients
6 servings
Quick:
- 3 pcs thin pastry sheets
- 15 pcs zucchini blossoms
- 250 g lor cheese
- 1 pcs eggs
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) sesame seeds
- 0.5 bunch dill
- 2 sprig scallions
- 3 tbsp(~45 ml) olive oil
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Instructions
- 1
Gently clean the inside of the zucchini blossoms and open the petals without tearing them.
- 2
Prepare the filling by mixing the lor cheese, dill, scallions, and sesame.
- 3
Lightly oil the thin pastry sheet with olive oil, then place the zucchini blossoms and cheese filling at intervals.
- 4
Roll the pastry, place it on the tray, and brush the top with beaten egg and sesame.
- 5
Bake at 180°C for 28 minutes; do not remove before the pastry browns, so the inner moisture does not leave it doughy.
28 min28:00 - 6
Rest for 8 minutes after baking and serve warm.
8 min08:00
💡 Tip: Adding the zucchini blossoms raw preserves their fresh aroma in the pastry.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve warm with tomato salad.
Good sources
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~310
kcal calories
10
g protein
34
g carbs
17
g fat
Protein 12%Carbs 41%Fat 47%
GI 22 · Low GIGL 7 · Low GL
1.6g
Sugar
1g
Fiber
246.1mg
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.
Satiety (per serving)
5/10Moderate satiety, fine between meals
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
- Milk
- Egg
- Sesame
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 Sesame Zucchini Blossom Borek make?
This recipe serves 6.How long does Sesame Zucchini Blossom Borek take?
Prep 22 minutes, cooking 30 minutes, including 8 minutes of passive resting; 60 minutes in total.Is Sesame Zucchini Blossom Borek difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Sesame Zucchini Blossom Borek have?
Approximately 310 kcal per serving. Protein: 10g, carbs: 34g, fat: 17g.Which allergens does Sesame Zucchini Blossom Borek contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Milk, Egg, Sesame. Check it against your dietary needs.How many ingredients does Sesame Zucchini Blossom Borek need?
This recipe needs 8 ingredients.Is Sesame Zucchini Blossom Borek filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 5/10; moderately filling, suitable between meals. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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