Traditional Bulgarian Banitsa s Oriza (Cheese and Rice Pie)
Традиционно ястие · Bulgarian
A classic Bulgarian savory pie featuring a rich filling of sirene cheese, eggs, and cooked rice, baked between layers of thin, crispy phyllo dough. This is a staple comfort food, often served for breakfast or as a main dish.
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Съставки
- Phyllo dough sheets1 package (about 1 lb)
- Cooked white rice2 cups
- Sirene cheese (Bulgarian white brine cheese)1.5 cups crumbled
- Eggs4 large
- Yogurt (plain)1/2 cup
- Butter (melted)1/2 cup
- Salt1/2 teaspoon
- Black pepper1/4 teaspoon
- Wateras needed for brushing
Стъпки
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, yogurt, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- 3
Add the cooked rice and crumbled sirene cheese to the egg mixture. Stir gently to combine.
- 4
Lay one sheet of phyllo dough in the prepared baking dish, brushing it lightly with melted butter. Repeat with 5-7 more sheets, buttering each layer.
- 5
Spread the rice and cheese filling evenly over the layered phyllo dough.
- 6
Layer the remaining phyllo dough sheets on top of the filling, buttering each layer as you go. Tuck the edges under.
- 7
Score the top layers of phyllo dough into serving portions (squares or diamonds).
- 8
Brush the top layer generously with the remaining melted butter.
- 9
Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the banitsa is golden brown and crispy.
- 10
Let cool slightly before serving.
