Vegetarian Cheburek

Crispy, golden, and packed with flavor, this Vegetarian Cheburek recipe reimagines the traditional Eastern European favorite with a savory meat-free twist. A soft, handmade dough encases a vibrant filling of sautéed onions, garlic, mushrooms, spinach, and green bell peppers, enhanced with crumbled feta cheese and aromatic spices like paprika and oregano. Each cheburek is fried to perfection, offering a flaky, crunchy outer shell that gives way to a warm, flavorful interior. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or main dish, these veggie-packed delights are best served fresh and warm, making them an irresistible addition to any meal. Whether you're a vegetarian or simply seeking a unique, crowd-pleasing dish, Vegetarian Chebureks bring authentic taste and texture to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 500 grams all-purpose flour
• 250 milliliters water
• 60 milliliters vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 medium onion
• 2 pieces garlic cloves
• 1 medium green bell pepper
• 200 grams mushrooms
• 100 grams spinach
• 100 grams feta cheese
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 200 milliliters vegetable oil (for frying)

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine 500 grams of all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon of salt. Gradually add 250 milliliters of water and 60 milliliters of vegetable oil while mixing. Knead the dough until it becomes smooth and elastic. Cover and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.

Step 2

Chop 1 medium onion, 1 green bell pepper, and 200 grams of mushrooms finely. Mince 2 garlic cloves.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until soft and translucent.

Step 4

Add the green bell pepper and mushrooms to the skillet, cooking until the vegetables are tender and the mushrooms have released their moisture.

Step 5

Stir in 100 grams of spinach, cooking until it wilts. Remove the skillet from the heat and crumble in 100 grams of feta cheese.

Step 6

Season the vegetable mixture with 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper, 0.5 teaspoon of paprika, and 1 teaspoon of dried oregano. Mix well to combine all flavors.

Step 7

Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces, rolling each into a ball. On a floured surface, roll each ball into a thin circle, approximately 20 centimeters in diameter.

Step 8

Place a generous spoonful of the vegetable filling onto one side of the circle, leaving a border around the edges. Fold the dough over to form a half-circle and press the edges to seal, crimping them with a fork for decorative and secure sealing.

Step 9

In a deep pan, heat 200 milliliters of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Fry each cheburek until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Step 10

Use a slotted spoon to remove the chebureks from the oil, placing them on paper towels to drain any excess oil.

Step 11

Serve the vegetarian chebureks warm, enjoying their crispy exterior and flavorful vegetable filling.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1739.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4539.3

Total Fat 288.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 51.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 38.3g
Cholesterol 89mg	0%
Sodium 3934.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 425.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.8g	0%
Total Sugars 17.8g
Protein 80.0g	0%

Vitamin D 16IU	0%
Calcium 736.1mg	0%
Iron 27.7mg	0%
Potassium 2709.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.3%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 36.8%