Recipe
Borek filled with lentils and lima beans
Lotte Boonstra
Sat, 29 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT
Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a delicious and wholesome delight – Borek filled with lentils and lima beans! This Middle Eastern pastry is a mouthwatering blend of flavors and textures, making it an irresistible treat for any time of day. The combination of hearty lentils, creamy lima beans, and aromatic spices encased in layers of flaky pastry is sure to leave you craving for more. Whether you're a seasoned foodie or a culinary adventurer, this Borek recipe will take your taste buds on an exciting journey through the exotic flavors of the Middle East. Let's dive into the kitchen and create a savory masterpiece that's as delightful to make as it is to savor!
What
- 12 white onions
- 27 pieces of garlic
- 32 tablespoons harissa powder
- 41 tablespoon mediterranean herbs
- 51 tablespoon paprikapowder
- 61 tablespoon za'atar
- 770 grams tomato paste
- 8400 grams lentils
- 9200 grams lima beans
- 103 red pointed peppers
- 113 green pointed peppers
- 12250 milliliters water
- 131 teaspoons pepper
- 141 teaspoon salt
- 151/2 lemon
- 16Handfull of parsley
- 1716 sheets filopastry
How
- 1Start by thinly slicing all the paprikas into tiny cubes. Cut them in half, slice thin strips, turn the strips for 90 degrees, and then cut thin strips again. Slicing the paprikas before cooking is recommended, as it takes time to achieve this perfect thinness.
- 2Pre-heat your oven to 180 degrees to ensure it's ready when needed.
- 3Heat up a pan with a thin layer of oil.
- 4Mince 2 white onions and add them to the hot pan. Allow the onions to caramelize slightly for added flavor.
- 5Mince the garlic pieces and add them to the pan with the onions, sautéing until they become aromatic.
- 6Add the harissa powder, paprika powder, za'atar, and Mediterranean herbs to the pan, and sauté them for 30 seconds to a few minutes, depending on the heat of your pan.
- 7Introduce the tomato paste to the pan, and let it de-sour for a few minutes.
- 8Drain the lentils and lima beans, adding them to the hot pan. Smash the lima beans with a wooden spoon to create a paste that combines the filling.
- 9Pour in water, and season with salt, pepper, and a bouillon cube. Let it cook for 5-10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- 10Chop the parsley and add it to the pan, along with the refreshing lemon juice. Stir all the ingredients together to create a harmonious filling.
- 11Prepare a baking tray with baking paper on top.
- 12Lay a sheet of filo pastry on the baking paper, and rub a thin layer of oil on top of the sheet. Place two tablespoons of the delicious filling lengthwise along the pastry, leaving a little space on the edges for folding. Roll up the pastry like a cigar, repeating this process until all the filling is used.
- 13Pop the tray in the oven, and bake for 30-35 minutes or until the Borek turns golden and crisp.
- 14Once done, savor your creation with a delightful mint and garlic dip, enhancing the overall experience.
