This Yozgat borek combines green lentils with white cheese, creating a crisp tray pastry with steady, rustic depth.
22 min prep 25 min cook
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Boil the lentils for 15 minutes and drain.
Mix the lentils with cheese and spread over the phyllo sheets.
Brush the top with egg and bake at 190°C for 25 minutes.
💡 Tip: Keeping the lentils from staying watery prevents the bottom of the borek from turning doughy.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve on a wide plate with fresh herbs and a few drops of olive oil.
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
~248
kcal calories
10
g protein
24
g carbs
12
g fat
1.9g
Sugar
3.8g
Fiber
324.2mg
Sodium
4.8g
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.
Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
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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