
Brown Butter Filo Parcels
Prep
20 mins
Cook
40 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
These elegant brown butter filo parcels are my go to when I want to impress without spending hours in the kitchen. Fresh herbs like parsley and dill bring wonderful flavor while also packing antioxidants and vitamins that are so good for you. What I love most is that you can have these crispy, golden beauties on the table in just an hour, and the ingredients are probably already sitting in your pantry. They're perfect for a dinner party or a special weeknight meal when you want something that feels fancy but comes together with minimal fuss.
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Ingredients
- 200unsalted butter
- 1filo pastry sheets
- 237 mlchopped fresh parsley
- 237 mlchopped fresh dill
- 2garlic cloves
- 1 pinchsalt
- 1 pinchblack pepper
- 50 gflour
- 1egg
- 50 mlwater
- 20 mlolive oil
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 200°C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Tip: For easy cleanup.
- 2
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the butter turns golden brown and has a nutty aroma.
Tip: Be careful not to burn the butter.
- 3
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the chopped parsley, dill, garlic, salt, and pepper.
Tip: Let the mixture cool slightly.
- 4
In a small bowl, whisk together the flour and egg until smooth. Add the water and whisk until the mixture is well combined.
Tip: If the mixture is too thick, add a little more water.
- 5
Roll out the filo pastry sheets and cut them into 6 equal pieces. Place a piece of parchment paper on each filo piece.
Tip: This will prevent the filo from sticking to the baking sheet.
- 6
Place a tablespoon of the cooled brown butter mixture in the center of each filo piece. Brush the edges of the filo with the olive oil.
Tip: This will help the filo stick together when baked.
- 7
Fold the bottom half of the filo up over the filling, then fold in the sides and roll the filo into a tight cylinder.
Tip: Make sure the edges are sealed tightly.
- 8
Place the filo parcels on the prepared baking sheet and brush the tops with a little olive oil.
Tip: This will give the filo a nice golden brown color.
- 9
Bake the filo parcels for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
Tip: Serve warm, dust with a little flour if desired.
- 10
Serve the brown butter filo parcels warm, garnished with additional parsley and dill if desired.
Tip: Perfect for a special occasion or dinner party.
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