A flaky pastry pie filled with cheese, spinach or meat, eaten for breakfast and snack across Albania and the Balkans.
History
Byrek came from the Ottoman börek tradition and is sold in bakeries all over Albania.
Ingredients
- Filo
- Feta-style cheese
- Spinach
- Eggs
- Yoghurt
- Oil
How it's made
- Layer thin pastry with oil
- Spread the filling
- Cover with more sheets
- Bake until golden and crisp
- Cut into squares and serve warm
Photos: ingredients, making & serving
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