Is a Vegan Burek Recipe Possible? Find Out Here

Indulge in Balkan Flavors: Is a Vegan Burek Recipe Possible?

Burek, a savory pastry staple in Balkan cuisine, has long been associated with its rich, cheesy or meaty filling encased in crispy filo dough. To many, burek is a symbol of comfort and indulgence, a culinary delight that evokes memories of family gatherings and warm afternoons spent savoring its flaky goodness.

But what about those who follow a vegan lifestyle? Can they still partake in this culinary treasure? The answer is a resounding yes! With a few creative substitutions and adaptations, a perfectly delectable vegan burek recipe is indeed possible.

Crafting Your Vegan Burek Masterpiece

To guide you through the process of creating your own vegan burek masterpiece, I've prepared a video recipe that showcases each step in detail. From preparing the filling to assembling and baking the burek, you'll be guided through every step, ensuring a successful vegan burek experience!

With a little creativity and the right substitutions, you can enjoy the delicious flavors and textures of burek while staying true to your vegan lifestyle. Embrace the culinary challenge and embark on a journey of Balkan-inspired vegan delights. Your taste buds and your health will thank you!

Vegan Burek Recipe

Ingredients for 4 people or 4 pastries:

Ingredients:

500g Puff pastry

1 large onion

100g of soy flakes

100g of buckwheat, cooked

50ml of sunflower oil

1 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1/2 tsp ground cumin

1/2 tsp ground coriander

Instructions:

Sauté the onion with a little water. When it is half soft, add soy flakes, and pour 2 cups of water.

Cook until the soy absorbs all the liquid. Then, add spices and boiled buckwheat. Mix everything well; the filling is ready.

Divide the puff pastry, oil mixture, and filling into 4 parts.

We take several sheets of puff pastry (I had 3-4), cover each one with 2-3 tablespoons of oil and water mixture. Spread 1/4 of the filling and roll it up. Repeat the procedure for all 4 pastries.

Lower them onto the parchment-lined baking sheet; spoon the rest of the oil and water over them.

Bake at 200 degrees C for about 30 minutes.

Enjoy!