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Cheese Borek

Name: Cheese Borek
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Algerian
Ingredients: 1 beaten Egg; 1 bunch Parsley; 2 cloves minced Garlic; 3/4 teaspoon Red Pepper; 6 oz Gouda Cheese; 6 oz Emmentaler Cheese; 12 Phyllo Dough; 1 1/2 cups Unsalted Butter

Cheese Borek is a classic Algerian side that holds a distinguished place in traditional cooking. Celebrated for its wholesome ingredients and time-honored preparation, this dish brings authentic regional character to the home kitchen.

Carefully prepared featuring Egg, Parsley, Garlic, Red Pepper, Gouda Cheese, Emmentaler Cheese, Phyllo Dough and Unsalted Butter, the ingredients are simmered and seasoned to achieve a satisfying depth of flavor. The cooking process allows natural aromas to develop, ensuring each portion is both hearty and flavorful.

Serve as an enticing appetizer with complementary dipping sauces or as an accompaniment to a hearty main course.

If you enjoy authentic Algerian cooking, be sure to also explore our recipe for Algerian Bouzgene Berber Bread With Roasted Pepper Sauce.

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Ingredients

Egg1 beaten
Parsley1 bunch
Garlic2 cloves minced
Red Pepper3/4 teaspoon
Gouda Cheese6 oz
Emmentaler Cheese6 oz
Phyllo Dough12
Unsalted Butter1 1/2 cups

Step-by-Step Instructions

13 steps

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Step 1🥄 Mix

In a medium bowl, whisk together egg, parsley, garlic and crushed red pepper.

Step 2🥄 Mix

Mix in Gouda and Emmentaler.

Step 3

One sheet at a time, place phyllo dough on a flat surface and brush with about 1 tablespoon butter.

Step 4

Cut lengthwise into 4 strips.

Step 5

Place a rounded teaspoon of the egg mixture at one end of each strip.

Step 6

Fold corner of strip over the filling, forming a triangular fold.

Step 7

Continue folding the length of the strip in triangular folds to form a small stuffed triangle.

Step 8

Repeat with remaining phyllo dough.

Step 9🔥 Preheat

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 10

Lightly butter a large baking sheet.

Step 11

Arrange stuffed phyllo triangles in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 12🥧 Bake⏱️ 30 minutes

Bake in the preheated oven 30 minutes, or until lightly browned.

Step 13✨ Serve

Serve warm

👨‍🍳 Chef's Culinary Notes

Cultural Heritage

Cheese Borek carries a rich culinary tradition rooted in regional home cooking. Developed over generations, the recipe highlights wholesome local ingredients prepared with time-honored kitchen techniques.

Dietary Substitutions

If using instant dry yeast instead of active dry yeast, you can mix it directly into the dry ingredients without proofing first, reducing wait time by 15 minutes.

Chef Technique Tips

Always ensure liquids used to activate the yeast are comfortably lukewarm (around 38°C–42°C / 100°F–108°F); liquid that is too hot will kill the yeast, while cold liquid delays proofing. Keep the dough in a warm, draft-free spot to rise.

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