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Paçanga böreği (crispy pastirma and cheese pastry rolls)
Paçanga böreği is a classic hot meze of Istanbul's meyhanes: crispy pastry rolls with pastırma, melting cheese and tomato.
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Method
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- Mix the tomato, pepper and cheese together.
- Cut the yufka sheets into four triangles each.
- Place a strip of pastırma and a tablespoon of the cheese filling at the wide end of each triangle.
- Fold in the sides, and roll up tightly; seal the tip with beaten egg.
- Fry in medium-hot oil in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towel, and serve warm.
A Receptnaptár original recipe. Calories and protein are estimated.
Tips
- Always deseed the tomato, or its juice will soak the pastry.
- Also works baked: brush with oil and bake at 200°C for 15 minutes.
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