Traditional Banitsa with Leeks (Баница с праз)
Традиционно ястие · Bulgarian
A classic Bulgarian savory pastry made with layers of thin phyllo dough filled with a mixture of leeks, sirene cheese, and eggs, then baked until golden brown and crispy.
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Съставки
- Phyllo dough sheets1 package (approx. 400-500g)
- Leeks500g
- Sirene cheese (Bulgarian white brine cheese)300g
- Eggs3 large
- Yogurt100g
- Butter100g
- Vegetable oil50ml
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
Стъпки
- 1
Clean and thinly slice the leeks. Sauté them in a pan with a little oil and butter until softened.
- 2
Crumble the sirene cheese into a bowl. Add the sautéed leeks, beaten eggs, yogurt, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- 3
Melt the butter. Brush a baking dish with melted butter and oil.
- 4
Lay one sheet of phyllo dough in the dish, brush with melted butter. Repeat with 3-4 more sheets, brushing each one.
- 5
Spread half of the leek and cheese filling over the phyllo layers.
- 6
Layer another 4-5 sheets of phyllo dough on top, brushing each with butter.
- 7
Spread the remaining filling over the phyllo.
- 8
Top with the remaining phyllo sheets, brushing each with butter. Tuck the edges in.
- 9
Score the top layer of phyllo into serving portions.
- 10
Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 30-40 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
