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Spinach-Cheese Banitza

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Flora

Flora

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Time

1 hrs 0 min

Preparation

20 min

Cooking

40 min

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Spinach-Cheese Banitza is a savory pastry filled with a delicious mixture of sautéed Spinach, crumbled Feta Cheese, and eggs blended with Yoghurt and activated with Baking Soda. Made with a pack of Puff Pastry for a rich, flaky texture, this dish is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light meal.

Mild

Medium

1 hrs 0 min

Spiciness

Mild

Difficulty

Medium

Time

1 hrs 0 min

Preparation

20 min

Cooking

40 min

Allergens
Vegetarian
Pescatarian
Halal
  • Pack of Puff Pastry

    1

  • Eggs

    4

  • Yoghurt

    500 milliliters

  • Baking Soda

  • Feta Cheese

    500 grams

  • Spinach

    300 grams

  • Butter

    50 grams

  • Salt

  • Pepper

  • Garlic Powder

Sauté the Spinach

  1. 1

    Melt 50 grams Butter in a pan over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add 300 grams Spinach and cook until wilted (about 3–5 minutes).

  3. 3

    Season with Salt, Pepper, and Garlic Powder to taste.

  4. 4

    Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Prepare the Yogurt Mixture

  1. 1

    In a bowl, combine 500 ml Yoghurt and ½ tsp Baking Soda.

  2. 2

    Stir well and let sit for 3 minutes until bubbly.

Mix the Filling

  1. 1

    In a large bowl, beat 4 large Eggs until light.

  2. 2

    Add the sautéed spinach and crumble 500 grams Feta Cheese into the bowl.

  3. 3

    Season with Salt, Pepper, and a pinch of Garlic Powder.

  4. 4

    Pour in the prepared yogurt mixture and stir until fully combined.

Assemble the Banitza

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 160°C (320°F).

  2. 2

    Unroll the Pack of Puff Pastry on a lightly floured surface.

  3. 3

    Cut the pastry into squares or rectangles, as desired.

  4. 4

    Place a spoonful of the filling in the center of each piece.

  5. 5

    Fold the pastry over the filling to form triangles (or your preferred shape), pressing gently to seal the edges.

Bake the Banitza

  1. 1

    Arrange the assembled banitza pieces on a greased baking tray.

  2. 2

    Bake in the preheated oven for about 40 minutes, until golden and crispy.

Serve

  1. 1

    Allow the banitza to cool slightly before serving.

  2. 2

    Enjoy warm as a satisfying snack or light meal.

Flora

Flora

292 Recipes

Mild

Medium

1 hrs 0 min

Spiciness

Mild

Difficulty

Medium

Time

1 hrs 0 min

Preparation

20 min

Cooking

40 min

Allergens
Vegetarian
Pescatarian
Halal
  • Pack of Puff Pastry

    1

  • Eggs

    4

  • Yoghurt

    500 milliliters

  • Baking Soda

  • Feta Cheese

    500 grams

  • Spinach

    300 grams

  • Butter

    50 grams

  • Salt

  • Pepper

  • Garlic Powder

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