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Savory Albanian Feta and Spinach Phyllo Swirls (Byrek me Spinaq)

Discover the delightful taste of Albania with these savory phyllo swirls. Featuring a creamy blend of feta and spinach nestled within golden, crispy phyllo pastry, these Byrek me Spinaq are an excellent choice for a light lunch or a flavorful appetizer that's surprisingly simple to prepare.

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HOW TO MAKE IT

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In a large bowl, combine the chopped spinach, crumbled feta cheese, eggs, yogurt, 1/4 cup olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.

02

Carefully unroll the phyllo dough. Take one sheet of phyllo and brush it lightly with olive oil. Place another sheet on top and brush again. Repeat with a third sheet, so you have three layers of phyllo dough.

03

Spoon about 1/4 of the spinach and feta mixture along one long edge of the layered phyllo dough, forming a thin log.

04

Gently roll the phyllo dough tightly from the long edge to create a long, thin cylinder. Carefully coil the cylinder into a spiral shape.

05

Place the spiral onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Repeat the process with the remaining phyllo dough and filling, creating three more spirals.

06

Brush the tops of the phyllo swirls generously with olive oil.

07

Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F/190°C for 30 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.

About This Recipe

Discover the delightful taste of Albania with these savory phyllo swirls. Featuring a creamy blend of feta and spinach nestled within golden, crispy phyllo pastry, these Byrek me Spinaq are an excellent choice for a light lunch or a flavorful appetizer that's surprisingly simple to prepare.
Savory Albanian Feta and Spinach Phyllo Swirls (Byrek me Spinaq)
Simple ingredients.
Big flavor.
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Chef's Tips

Ensure your phyllo dough is fully thawed before use to prevent tearing. Work quickly with the phyllo dough, keeping unused sheets covered with a damp cloth to prevent them from drying out.
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Easy Substitutions

For a richer flavor, you can add a tablespoon of melted butter to the olive oil for brushing. If fresh spinach is unavailable, use 5 ounces of frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry.
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Storage & Reheating

Store leftover Byrek me Spinaq in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a toaster oven or conventional oven at 300°F/150°C until warmed through and crispy.
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