TAVUK BOREK (TURKISH CHICKEN PASTRIES)
In Turkey, these pastries are generally eaten as a snack. They can be baked or deep-fried. To make Tavuk Borek as a main course, double the quantity of the filling. See the notes below. This recipe is from 'The Best of Lebanese and Middle Eastern Cooking' and has been posted for the 2005 Zaar World Tour. I have not yet made this recipe, but because I don't like raisins, when I make it, (influnced by another Turkish recipe from the same source), I'll be replacing the raisins with ground almonds.
Provided by bluemoon downunder
Categories Savory Pies
Time 55m
Yield 15 Tavuk Borek
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Steam the chicken breast over boiling water for 10-15 minutes, or until cooked, set aside to cool; then, once cooled, remove the skin and bones and finely chop the flesh.
- Heat the butter, add the flour and cook over a moderate heat for a few minutes, stirring. Gradually add the milk, bring to the boil, then immediately lower the heat and simmer over a low heat for 2 minutes and add the cinnamon and raisins and season to taste with salt and pepper. Then set aside to cool, covering the surface with a piece of plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming. When the sauce is cool, stir through the chicken.
- Cut the pastry lengthways into three strips. Cover with a tea towel. Take one strip of pastry, brush lightly with oil and place a little filling at one end. Fold over end and sides and roll up neatly. Place seam side down on a greased baking tray. Repeat with remaining pastry and filling. Brush tops with a little oil and bake in a moderate oven (180°C; 350°F) for 20-25 minutes, or until golden.
- Serve warm.
- Note: To make the Borek as a main meal make double the quantity of filling, by following the instructions in steps 1 and 2. Leave the pastry whole, and use 3 lightly oiled sheets to line the base of a suitable lightly oiled pan. Once the filling mixture has cooled, place it over the pastry and cover it with 3 more lightly oiled sheets. Sprinkle it with water and lightly score the surface. Bake as in step 3 but for 35-40 minutes, or until golden.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 195.4, Fat 14.7, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 24.3, Sodium 78.4, Carbohydrate 10.9, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 3.9, Protein 5.7
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Mohammed Nasmy
[email protected]Overall, I thought these pastries were pretty good. They were easy to make and tasted delicious. I would definitely make them again.
purity joseck
[email protected]These pastries were a bit too salty for my taste. I think I'll use less feta cheese next time.
Thomas K
[email protected]I'm not a fan of chicken pastries, but I tried this recipe and was pleasantly surprised. The pastries were delicious and the chicken was very moist.
Tumusiime Joshua
[email protected]I've made these pastries several times now and they're always a hit. They're perfect for a quick and easy meal or snack.
Sana Sikanadr
[email protected]These pastries were amazing! I made them for my family and they loved them. The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the pastry was perfectly flaky.
Yolanda Sampson Lewis
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my pastries didn't turn out as good as I expected. The pastry was too thick and the chicken was dry.
Victor Chinonso
[email protected]Overall, I thought these pastries were pretty good. They were easy to make and tasted delicious. I would definitely make them again.
snowbear snowwhite
[email protected]The chicken was a bit dry. I think I'll marinate it in some yogurt next time before cooking it.
Shuvo Mim
[email protected]These pastries were a bit too greasy for my taste. I think I'll try baking them next time instead of frying them.
Nduka Onyinyechi
[email protected]I loved the addition of the feta cheese. It gave the pastries a nice salty flavor.
Md ronu Thdy
[email protected]The recipe was clear and easy to follow. I made a few substitutions, but the pastries still turned out great.
Dsb Bangla BD
[email protected]These pastries were easy to make and turned out perfectly. I'll definitely be making them again.
D BelChere
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of chicken pastries, but these were delicious! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the pastry was crispy and flaky.
MD Rajuonik
[email protected]These chicken pastries were a hit at my dinner party! The flaky pastry and flavorful chicken filling were a perfect combination.