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Crispy duck burek served

Crispy Duck Burek

For centuries, burek has been one of the most popular savory pastries in the Balkan region, prepared with a variety of fillings. This version combines roasted duck, a special ingredient of Hungarian cuisine, with classic filo pastry. The duck meat is flavorful and juicy, perfectly harmonizing with the crispy, golden-brown baked pastry. The kitchen fills with a festive atmosphere as the duck burek slowly cooks. The aromas released while sautéing the onion and garlic evoke a nostalgic, homely feeling. The key to success is the thorough preparation of the duck meat - it's best to roast it in advance and only then use it for the filling. If you want to make it even more special, you can add a little orange zest or thyme.

Prep Time 20 min
Preparation 40 min
Total 1 hr
1350 Kcal
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Ingredients for this recipe

Servings: 4
⭕ 6 Filo Pastry Sheets
⭕ 300 g Roasted Duck Breast
⭕ 1 Onion
⭕ 2 cloves Garlic
⭕ 0.5 tsp Ground Cumin
⭕ 1 tsp Salt
⭕ 50 ml Olive Oil

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    Preparation Steps

    1

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. This prevents the burek from sticking and makes cleanup easier.

    2

    Remove the skin from the roasted duck breast and shred or chop the meat into small pieces. Peel and finely chop the onion and garlic.

    3

    Heat a little olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the onion until translucent. Add the garlic and then the duck meat. Sprinkle with ground cumin and salt. Cook everything together for 5 minutes, then let it cool slightly.

    4

    Place a filo pastry sheet on your work surface and brush it with olive oil. Spoon some of the duck filling onto the center of the sheet and spread it evenly. Carefully roll up the pastry.

    5

    Twist the rolled pastry into a spiral shape and place it on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat the process with the remaining filo pastry sheets and filling.

    6

    Brush the tops with a layer of olive oil. This ensures a crispy, golden-brown finish after baking. Tip: For an even shinier finish, mix the oil with a little water.

    7

    Place the bureks in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy on the outside and the filling is hot.

    8

    Once removed from the oven, let them rest for 10 minutes for easier slicing and to prevent the filling from spilling out. They are best served fresh.