Spinach and Feta Burekas

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1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

   Ongeveer 5 min

2. 2

   Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes.

   Ongeveer 5 min

3. 3

   Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

   Ongeveer 1 min

4. 4

   Add the fresh spinach to the pan and cook until it wilts, stirring occasionally.

   Ongeveer 3 min

   Tip van de kok: If using frozen spinach, make sure to thaw and squeeze out all excess water before adding to the pan.

5. 5

   Remove the spinach mixture from the heat and let it cool slightly.

   Ongeveer 5 min

6. 6

   In a medium bowl, combine the cooled spinach mixture, feta cheese, egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.

   Ongeveer 2 min

7. 7

   Unroll the puff pastry onto a lightly floured surface. Cut the pastry into 8 equal squares.

   Ongeveer 2 min

8. 8

   Place a spoonful of the spinach and feta filling onto one half of each pastry square.

   Ongeveer 3 min

   Tip van de kok: Don't overfill, or it will be difficult to seal.

9. 9

   Fold the other half of the pastry over the filling to create a triangle or rectangle. Press the edges firmly with a fork to seal.

   Ongeveer 3 min

10. 10

    Arrange the burekas on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with the beaten egg yolk and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

    Ongeveer 2 min

11. 11

    Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.

    Ongeveer 20 min

    Tip van de kok: Keep an eye on them to prevent over-browning.

12. 12

    Serve warm or at room temperature.