Pacanga

If you’re looking for a crispy, cheesy, and flavor-packed appetizer that will impress everyone at the table, Paçanga Böreği is the answer. This Turkish pastry, stuffed with savory pastirma (cured beef), gooey kaşar cheese, and fresh vegetables, is a must-try for anyone who loves bold flavors wrapped in golden, flaky pastry. Perfect for breakfast, tea-time, or as a party snack, these little rolls are impossible to resist.

Ingredients

For the pastries:

• 3 phyllo sheets (quartered)

• 100 g kashar cheese, grated

• 80 g pastirma (beef cured without fenugreek), diced

• 1 tomato, peeled and diced

• 2 green peppers, sliced

For frying:

• 2 cups sunflower oil

Instructions

1. Lay the phyllo sheets on top of each other and cut each one into four equal triangular pieces, giving you eight pieces in total.

2. Dice the pastirma into small pieces and grate the kashar cheese.

3. Peel the tomato and cut it into small cubes. Slice the green peppers into thin rings.

4. In a mixing bowl, combine the pastirma, kashar cheese, tomato, and green pepper until evenly mixed.

5. Place a triangular phyllo sheet on your work surface. Add 1–2 tablespoons of the filling onto the wide side of the triangle.

6. Fold the sides inward, then roll tightly toward the tip. Seal the edge with a bit of water.

7. Heat the sunflower oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat. Fry the rolls until they are golden brown and crispy.

8. Place the fried pastries on a plate lined with paper towels for 2–3 minutes to drain excess oil.

9. Serve hot and enjoy while the cheese is perfectly melted inside.

Crispy on the outside, cheesy and savory on the inside — Paçanga Böreği is a true Turkish delight. If you try this recipe, leave a comment below to let us know how it turned out! Don’t forget to like and share this recipe with your friends and family.