Albanian cuisine

Albanian Pies are a significant part of Albanian cuisine. They are traditionally made with a variety of fillings, including meat, cheese, and vegetables. The most common types of Albanian pies are byrek and pite.

Etymology

The word "byrek" is derived from the Turkish word "börek", which means pie. The word "pite" comes from the Latin word "pita", which also means pie.

Types of Albanian Pies

There are several types of Albanian pies, including:

• Byrek: This is a type of baked or fried filled pastry. It is made of a thin flaky dough known as phyllo and filled with cheese, spinach, or minced meat.

• Pite: This is a traditional Albanian pie made with homemade phyllo pastry and filled with cheese or spinach.

Preparation

The preparation of Albanian pies involves several steps. The dough is first rolled out and then filled with the desired filling. The filled dough is then folded and baked until golden brown.

Serving

Albanian pies are typically served hot and are often accompanied by a side of yogurt or salad. They can be eaten as a main dish or as a snack.

See Also

• Albanian cuisine
• Byrek
• Pite

References

Albanian cuisine Resources
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