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Medium 1 hr 40 min~460 kcal 6/10
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Leek Cheese Borek
Leeks soften into cheese inside this Tekirdag borek, balancing creamy filling with flaky pastry.
Medium⏱️ 1 hr 6 min📖 1 min readServes 6~355 kcal🇹🇷 Turkish🌍 Full translation
22 min prep 44 min cook
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Timeline
Total 1 h 6 min- Prep22 min
- Cooking44 min
Ingredients
6 servings
Quick:
- 5 adet thin pastry sheets
- 4 dal leeks
- 250 gr white cheese
- 1 adet eggs
- 1 su bardağı(~200 ml) milk
- 0.5 su bardağı(~100 ml) neutral oil
- 0.5 çay kaşığı(~2.5 ml) salt
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Instructions
- 1
Finely slice the leeks and saute them in a pan with salt for 7 minutes.
7 min07:00 - 2
Mix the white cheese with the sauteed leeks to prepare the filling.
- 3
Whisk the milk, egg, and neutral oil and brush the mixture between the thin pastry sheets.
- 4
Complete the layers with the leek filling and slice the borek.
- 5
Bake at 180°C for 35 to 38 minutes until browned.
36 min36:30
💡 Tip: Sauteing the leeks in advance reduces the raw smell in the borek.
🍽️ 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
- Calcium
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~355
kcal calories
13
g protein
34
g carbs
20
g fat
Protein 14%Carbs 37%Fat 49%
GI 20 · Low GIGL 7 · Low GL
3.7g
Sugar
0.5g
Fiber
737mg
Sodium
9.5g
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)
6/10Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
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 Leek Cheese Borek make?
This recipe serves 6.How long does Leek Cheese Borek take?
Prep 22 minutes, cooking 44 minutes; 66 minutes in total.Is Leek Cheese Borek difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Leek Cheese Borek have?
Approximately 355 kcal per serving. Protein: 13g, carbs: 34g, fat: 20g.Which allergens does Leek Cheese Borek contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Milk, Egg. Check it against your dietary needs.How many ingredients does Leek Cheese Borek need?
This recipe needs 7 ingredients.Is Leek Cheese Borek 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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