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Vegetarian
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Nutritional Values
320kcal
9gProtein
35gCarbs
16gFat
2gFibre
150 gServing
* Per serving · 150 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
🥛 Dairy
Burek me presh
How to order / say it
Say it
Byrek me presh — [boo-rehk meh presh]
Order
Can I have a Burek me Presh?
Locally
Mund të kem një Byrek me Presh?
Say locally
Crispy phyllo pastry stuffed with leeks from Valbona.
Why try it?
A beloved snack, Burek me Presh highlights the local use of leeks and delicate phyllo pastry, representing the fusion of Ottoman and local culinary traditions.
How it tastes
Crispy on the outside, with a savory leek filling that's tender and slightly sweet. The phyllo contrasts the soft filling, offering a delightful crunch with each bite.
Origin & History — first documented: 1880
Burek was introduced during the Ottoman period but was localized in Valbona with the addition of leeks due to their availability, gaining popularity in the late 19th century.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 250 g phyllo pastry
- 🥕 300 g leeks
- 🥛 150 g feta cheese
- 🫒 50 ml olive oil
- 🧂 1 tsp salt
- 🧂 1 tsp black pepper
Method
- 1 Cook leeks in olive oil until soft.
- 2 Mix with crumbled feta, salt, and pepper.
- 3 Layer and fill phyllo sheets with mixture.
- 4 Fold and brush with olive oil.
- 5 Bake until golden and serve warm.
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