Potato & Cheese Bourekas

1 HOURS 15 MINUTES | Easy | 9 Bourekas

Nutrition per serving:

170 Cals, 5g Protein, 19g Carbs, 9g Fat, 1g Sugar

Ingredients

The Filling

• 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
• ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
• ¼ cup sour cream
• 1 egg yolk
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
• Salt & pepper to taste

The Pastry

• 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions

Cook the Potatoes & Make the Filling

1. Boil the potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (10–15 minutes).
2. Drain and mash until smooth.
3. In a bowl, mix the mashed potatoes, feta, sour cream, egg yolk, parsley, salt, and pepper.

Prepare the Pastry

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Roll out the pastry and cut into 9 equal squares.

Assemble Bourekas

1. Place ~1 tbsp filling in the center of each square.
2. Fold each into a triangle and pinch edges to seal.
3. Place on the baking sheet.

Egg Wash & Bake

1. Brush tops with beaten egg.
2. Bake for 25–40 minutes until puffed and golden brown.

These savory pastries are filled with a creamy blend of mashed potatoes and cheese, wrapped in puff pastry, and baked until golden brown. A beloved Sephardic snack or appetizer—flaky on the outside, soft on the inside.