Looking for a quick, crispy, and delicious snack? These Cheese Briouates are the perfect choice. Filled with a rich, spiced cheese mixture and wrapped in delicate phyllo dough, they’re quick to prepare and ideal for any occasion. The crispy exterior and warm, gooey center make them irresistible.
Ingredients:
- 250 g of goat cheese or fresh cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons of chopped parsley
- 1 teaspoon of cumin
- 1 teaspoon of paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Phyllo dough sheets (or brick pastry)
- Oil for frying
How to Make Cheese Briouates:
- Prepare the filling:
In a medium bowl, combine the goat cheese, egg, parsley, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and fully blended. - Cut the dough:
Take the phyllo dough sheets and slice them into strips about 5 to 6 cm wide. - Add the filling:
Place a spoonful of the cheese mixture at one end of each strip of dough. - Fold into triangles:
Fold the dough over the filling, shaping it into a small triangle. Continue folding in a triangular pattern until you’ve reached the end of the strip. - Fry the briouates:
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Once hot, carefully fry the briouates, turning occasionally until golden brown and crispy. - Serve:
Serve the briouates warm, and for an extra touch, you can garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Ready in just 20 minutes, these Cheese Briouates are a tasty and trendy snack that’s sure to impress