Street Food
Bosnian Cheese Pastry Roll
Ingredients
- - 400 g (14 oz) filo pastry sheets
- - 350 g (12 oz) fresh white cheese or crumbled feta
- - 150 g (5 oz) cottage cheese
- - 1 egg
- - 100 ml (1/3 cup + 1 tbsp) sunflower oil
- - Pinch of salt
Method
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and oil the baking pan.
- Mash the white cheese and cottage cheese together with the egg and a pinch of salt.
- Lay a filo sheet flat, brush with oil, and spread a thin line of the cheese filling along one edge.
- Roll loosely into a rope and coil into the pan; repeat with remaining sheets and filling.
- Brush the top with the remaining oil.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden and crisp.
- Cool slightly, then cut into individual portable portions for serving on the go.
Introduction:
Sold from the same bakery counters as burek, this cheese-filled pastry roll is a favourite grab-and-go
breakfast or lunch across Bosnian towns, wrapped in paper and eaten straight from the hand while
walking.
Cultural Background:
Sold from the same bakery counters as burek, this cheese-filled pastry roll is a favourite grab-and-go breakfast or lunch across Bosnian towns, wrapped in paper and eaten straight from the hand while walking.
Tips:
Cut into smaller individual rolls rather than wedges for easy street-style eating. Keep filo covered with a damp towel while assembling to prevent it drying out.
Variations:
Mix in chopped fresh dill for a herby version. Use a lower-fat cheese blend for a lighter roll.
Vegetarian/Vegan:
Fully vegetarian as written.
Storage:
Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Reheating:
Reheat in the oven at 180°C (350°F) for 8-10 minutes.
Nutrition:
Approx. 370 kcal, 13 g protein, 27 g carbohydrate, 23 g fat per serving.
FAQs:
Q: How is this different from the breakfast sirnica?
A: It’s the same dish, portioned and wrapped for eating on the go rather than served sliced at the table.
Q: Can this be made ahead for a packed lunch?
A: Yes, it travels well wrapped in paper or foil for a few hours at room temperature.
Q: Can I make individual rolls instead of one large spiral?
A: Yes, roll the filled ropes into small individual coils rather than one large spiral pan.