Burek / Zeljanica sa Sirom (Bosnian Spiraled Filo Pie with Spinach & Cottage Cheese) – Authentic Bosnia and Herzegovina Recipe
Coiled golden pastry from Sarajevo’s buregdžinica bakeries packed with tender greens and tangy cheese.
- Country of Origin
- 🇧🇦 Bosnia and Herzegovina (Southern Europe, Europe)
- Dietary Profile
- vegetarian
- Prep Time
- 20 min
- Cook Time
- 30 min
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Signature Staples
- Crisp spiraled filo pastry, Fresh spinach, Creamy cottage cheese and feta, Sour cream, Eggs
Ingredients for Burek / Zeljanica sa Sirom (Bosnian Spiraled Filo Pie with Spinach & Cottage Cheese) (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) crisp spiraled filo pastry, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups fresh spinach, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup creamy cottage cheese and feta
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with sour cream
- 1.5 tbsp traditional Bosnia and Herzegovina seasoning (eggs, sea salt, black pepper)
- 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Preheat oven to 390°F (200°C) and lightly oil an ovenproof skillet or baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onion, garlic, sour cream, and eggs, sea salt, black pepper for 3 minutes until fragrant.
- Combine crisp spiraled filo pastry and fresh spinach with the sautéed aromatics and layer evenly into the baking dish.
- Top with creamy cottage cheese and feta and bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until bubbling and golden brown on top.
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving warm at the table.