Börek is a Turkish filo pastry filled with feta and herbs, rolled into cigars or coils and baked crisp. The air fryer golds the filo with just a brush of oil or butter. Here's how.
Key takeaways
Q: How do you make borek in an air fryer?
A: Roll a feta-and-herb filling in filo, brush with oil, and air fry at 180°C (360°F) for 10–12 minutes, until crisp and golden.
Q: What's the filling?
A: Feta with egg and herbs, or spinach and feta.
The method
Mash feta with egg and chopped herbs (parsley or dill). Lay out filo, brush with oil or melted butter, add a line of filling, and roll into a cigar or coil. Brush the outside and air fry until crisp and deep golden. Keep unused filo covered so it doesn't dry out.
The recipe
Air Fryer Borek
Ingredients
- Filo pastry
- 200g feta, 1 egg
- Parsley or dill
- Oil or melted butter, sesame
Method
- Mash feta with egg and herbs.
- Brush filo with oil; add filling; roll.
- Brush the outside; scatter sesame.
- Air fry at 180°C for 10–12 minutes.
Tips
- Keep filo covered so it doesn't dry out.
- Brush with oil for crisp, golden layers.
- Roll firmly so they hold together.
Frequently asked questions
How do you make borek in an air fryer?
Roll a feta-and-herb filling in oiled filo into cigars or coils, brush the outside, and air fry at 180°C for 10–12 minutes until crisp and golden.
What's the difference between borek and spanakopita?
They're closely related filo pastries — börek is the Turkish version, often rolled into cigars or coils, while spanakopita is the Greek spinach-and-feta pie.
How do you keep filo from drying out?
Keep the sheets you're not using covered with a damp cloth and work quickly, as filo cracks fast once exposed to air.