05/26/2026
Günaydın! Craving a taste of Mediterranean comfort food? 🇹🇷✨
You don't need a bakery or hours in the kitchen to make authentic Turkish pastry. This “Tavada Peynirli Börek “ is a crispy, savory cheese pie made right on the stovetop using simple grocery store ingredients. It features a golden, flaky crust with a beautifully soft, melted cheese center. Perfect for your next weekend brunch! 🍳🥂
🍳 Tavada Peynirli Börek (Pan-Seared Cheese Pastry)
Ingredients:
Pastry: 6–8 sheets of Phyllo Dough (thawed) + 1 tbsp butter for the pan.
Liquid Sauce: 1/2 cup milk, 1 egg, 4 tbsp olive oil or melted butter (whisked together).
Filling: 1 cup crumbled Feta cheese + 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella (highly recommended for that perfect cheesy stretch!) + 1/4 cup finely chopped Fresh Parsley (optional, for a fresh herb flavor).
Quick Instructions:
Layer: Grease a 10-12” non-stick skillet with butter. Lay down 2 sheets of phyllo, letting the edges hang over the sides. Brush with the liquid sauce.
Fill: Crinkle 3-4 more sheets inside the pan, brushing sauce between layers. Spread the cheese (and optional parsley) mixture evenly on top.
Fold: Fold the hanging edges back over the cheese. Place 1-2 final sheets on top, pour the remaining sauce over everything, and let it soak for 5 minutes.
Sear: Cover and cook on medium-low heat for 8–10 minutes until the bottom is golden. Flip using a flat plate, and sear the other side uncovered for 6–8 minutes until crispy.
Slice it like a pizza and serve warm. Enjoy! Afiyet olsun!
