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Mainly eaten in North Macedonia.

Zelnik: leek and cheese filo pie

Зелник · pronounced: zelnik

Zelnik is a North Macedonian pie made from thin layers of pastry filled with leeks, eggs and cheese, traditionally served warm with yoghurt or kefir. It is especially popular for festive occasions and weekend lunches.

105 min Advanced 8 servings
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Ingredients

8 slices
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For the pastry

For the filling

Method

  1. Knead the pastry

    Dissolve the yeast in lukewarm water, then knead with the flour, salt and oil into a soft, non-sticky dough. Cover and leave to rest.

    15 min

  2. Divide the pastry

    Divide the pastry into two portions, the larger one will be the bottom layer.

    5 min

  3. Stretch and grease

    Stretch the pieces of dough until thin, brush with melted butter or margarine, then leave to rest briefly.

    20 min

  4. Soften the leeks

    Gently sweat the finely chopped leeks in a little fat, then leave to cool.

    8 min

  5. Mix the filling

    Thoroughly combine the leeks with the crumbled cheese, eggs and sour cream.

    5 min

  6. Assemble and bake

    Layer the pastry in the tin, fill with the mixture, brush the top with oil and prick it. Bake at 200°C until golden brown.

    35 min
Estimated nutrition
NutrientTotal (8 slices)1 slices
Energy5 970 kcal747 kcal
Fat339 g42 g
of which saturates183 g23 g
Carbohydrates593 g74 g
Protein138 g17 g
Fibre25 g3,1 g

An estimate calculated from the raw weight of the ingredients. Source: USDA FoodData Central.

Allergens and diets Based on the ingredients, it shows which common allergens the recipe contains and which diets it suits (e.g. gluten-free, dairy-free). For sensitive digestion, high-FODMAP and lactose-containing ingredients are listed separately. For information only; always check the actual products.

Contains: gluten, milk, egg

For sensitive digestion: flour, leek, feta (lactose), sour cream (lactose) (high-FODMAP or lactose-containing ingredients)

The labels are based on ingredient names, for information only and not medical advice. With a severe allergy or condition, check the actual products and ask your doctor.

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