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Medium 1 hr 40 min~460 kcal 6/10
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Thyme Eggplant Borek
This Tekirdag-style borek layers roasted eggplant, thyme, and cheese into a flaky bake.
Medium⏱️ 2 hr 22 min📖 1 min readServes 6~262 kcal🇹🇷 Turkish🌍 Full translation
18 min prep 52 min cook 72 min rest
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Timeline
Total 2 h 22 min- Prep18 min
- Resting/Marinating1 h 12 min
- Cooking52 min
Ingredients
6 servings
Quick:
- 3 pcs Yufka sheets
- 2 pcs Roasted eggplant
- 120 g White cheese
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) Thyme
- 0.5 glass(~100 ml) Milk
- 1 pcs Onion
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Vegetable oil
- 1 pcs Egg
- 0.5 tsp(~2.5 ml) Salt
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Instructions
- 1
Roast the eggplants over flame or soften them in a 220°C oven for 25 minutes.
25 min25:00 - 2
Peel and chop the roasted eggplant, then drain off its excess juice.
- 3
Cook the onion in oil for 5 minutes, add the eggplant and thyme, and turn for 4 minutes.
9 min09:00 - 4
Moisten the yufka sheets with sauce, spread the eggplant filling, and roll them up.
- 5
Bake the borek in a 180°C oven for 30 minutes, because a wet filling keeps the pastry from crisping.
30 min30:00 - 6
Rest it for 8 minutes after the oven, then slice.
8 min08:00
💡 Tip: Draining the roasted eggplant keeps the base of the borek firm.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Slice the eggplant thyme borek while warm and plate it so the roasted eggplant filling is visible.
Good sources
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Calcium
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~262
kcal calories
8
g protein
24
g carbs
14
g fat
Protein 13%Carbs 38%Fat 49%
GI 29 · Low GIGL 7 · Low GL
4g
Sugar
2.6g
Fiber
273.8mg
Sodium
3.5g
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
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 Thyme Eggplant Borek make?
This recipe serves 6.How long does Thyme Eggplant Borek take?
Prep 18 minutes, cooking 52 minutes, including 72 minutes of passive resting; 142 minutes in total.Is Thyme Eggplant Borek difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Thyme Eggplant Borek have?
Approximately 262 kcal per serving. Protein: 8g, carbs: 24g, fat: 14g.Which allergens does Thyme Eggplant Borek contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Milk, Egg. Check it against your dietary needs.How many ingredients does Thyme Eggplant Borek need?
This recipe needs 9 ingredients.Is Thyme Eggplant 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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