Vegetarian Meat Burek

Savor the irresistible flavors of this Vegetarian Meat Burek, a plant-based twist on the traditional Balkan pastry. Perfectly spiced with cumin and paprika, the hearty filling features savory plant-based ground "meat," sautéed onions, and garlic, all wrapped in layers of flaky, golden-brown phyllo pastry. This recipe is a delightful combination of crispy texture and robust flavor, making it an ideal dish for vegetarians and meat-lovers alike. Easy to prepare and ready in just over an hour, this burek is baked to perfection and pairs beautifully with a dollop of creamy yogurt for dipping. Whether served as a main course or a snack, this vegetarian burek promises to be a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 400 grams plant-based ground 'meat'
• 1 large onion
• 2 cloves garlic cloves
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 500 grams phyllo pastry sheets
• 100 grams melted butter
• 200 grams plain yogurt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F).

Step 2

Finely chop the large onion and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the onions until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and continue to cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the plant-based ground 'meat' to the skillet, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook until the mixture is browned, about 6-8 minutes.

Step 6

Season with cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine all ingredients and remove from heat. Let it cool slightly.

Step 7

Prepare a clean work surface and lay a sheet of phyllo pastry. Lightly brush it with melted butter using a pastry brush.

Step 8

Place another sheet of phyllo on top and brush with butter. Repeat this process until you have layered 3 or 4 sheets, depending on your preference for thickness.

Step 9

Spoon some of the vegetarian filling along one edge of the layered phyllo sheets, leaving space at the edges for folding.

Step 10

Carefully roll the phyllo into a log, folding the sides in as you roll to seal the filling inside.

Step 11

Place the rolled burek on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Repeat the process until all filling is used.

Step 12

Brush the tops of the bureks with the remaining melted butter to promote browning.

Step 13

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, or until the phyllo is crisp and golden brown.

Step 14

Serve warm with plain yogurt on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1459.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3703.1

Total Fat 195.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 81.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 233.4mg	0%
Sodium 6695.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 394.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.4g	0%
Total Sugars 23.8g
Protein 111.9g	0%

Vitamin D 151.7IU	0%
Calcium 615.1mg	0%
Iron 17.5mg	0%
Potassium 2015.8mg	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: 46.5%

Protein: 11.8%

Carbs: 41.7%