Banitsa from Lavash
Description
Perfect for the table and with drinks. The recipe for banitsa made with lavash is quite simple, and the result is truly fantastic. You can make banitsa in just half an hour, which is sure to please busy homemakers.
Instructions
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1. With step-by-step photos and detailed instructions, you will learn how to make banitsa from lavash. To begin, grease the baking dish with a small piece of butter.
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Step 2
2. Lay out the lavash and leave fairly long edges so you can fold them over later. Carefully trim off the excess and set aside.
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Step 3
3. Now you can start preparing the filling. Beat the eggs into a bowl and add the cottage cheese.
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Step 4
4. Mix thoroughly and add sour cream.
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Step 5
5. Continue beating the mixture until smooth and uniform, then add kefir (may be replaced with milk or homemade yogurt).
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Step 6
6. Pepper lightly, salt to taste, and add your favorite dried herbs.
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Step 7
7. Grate the cheese. Set aside a couple of handfuls, and add the rest to the filling.
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Step 8
8. Wash the fresh herbs, pat dry, and chop finely. You can use any herbs—scallions, parsley, cilantro, basil, and so on. Add the herbs to the filling and mix thoroughly.
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Step 9
9. From one lavash, cut out a circle to fit the size of the pan.
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Step 10
10. Cut or tear all the remaining lavash by hand into small pieces in any shape you like.
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Step 11
11. Now dip the lavash pieces in the filling. To make homemade lavash banitsa juicier, you can place all the pieces in the filling at once.
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Step 12
12. Place pieces of lavash in the mold, trying to form even layers.
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Step 13
13. When the mold is completely filled, place thin slices of butter on top and cover with a cut piece of lavash. Fold the edges inward into the mold. Add a little more butter on top and place in a preheated oven for 15 minutes. Then sprinkle cheese on top and return to the oven for 5–7 minutes.