Brik with Egg and Parsley

Name: Brik with Egg and Parsley
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Algerian
Ingredients: 8 phyllo sheets; 4 eggs; 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped; 2 tbsp capers, drained; 1/2 onion, minced; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 6 tbsp melted butter; 2 cups vegetable oil (for frying); 1 lemon, cut into wedges

Crispy phyllo pastry triangles filled with egg, parsley, and capers, fried until golden and served with a squeeze of lemon.

35 minMediumServes 4280 cal/serving

AlgerianAppetizerStovetopVegetarian

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Ingredients

8 phyllo sheets
4 eggs
1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
2 tbsp capers, drained
1/2 onion, minced
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
6 tbsp melted butter
2 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
1 lemon, cut into wedges

Instructions

1

Beat 4 eggs in a bowl with 1/4 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 minced onion. Fold in 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley and 2 tbsp drained capers.
2

Lay out one 8 phyllo sheets sheet on a clean surface. Brush lightly with 6 tbsp melted butter.
3

Place 1 tablespoon of the eggs mixture in the center of the sheet near the bottom.
4

Fold the bottom corner up over the filling, then fold in the two side corners, and finally fold the top corner down to form a triangle.
5

Heat 2 cups vegetable oil (for frying) in a shallow skillet to 350°F.
6

Carefully place the brik in the hot oil and fry 2-3 minutes on each side until golden and crispy.
7

Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
8

Serve warm with 1 cut into wedges lemon on the side.

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Questions

How hot should the oil be for Brik with Egg and Parsley?

For Brik with Egg and Parsley, the frying oil is held at 350 F (about 175 C) in step 5. Hotter scorches the outside before the inside cooks, and cooler turns it greasy.

What can I use instead of capers in Brik with Egg and Parsley?

The entry for Brik with Egg and Parsley calls for 2 tbsp capers, drained. In its place: Chopped green olives give the same briny pop.

Can I make Brik with Egg and Parsley gluten-free?

Not cleanly. 8 phyllo sheets has no substitute that behaves the same way in this dish. If you need strictly gluten-free, start from the gluten-free appetizer collection instead.

Is Brik with Egg and Parsley vegan?

No, though it is vegetarian. What keeps it from vegan is 6 tbsp melted butter and 4 eggs. For fully plant-based entries, see the vegan appetizer collection.

Does Brik with Egg and Parsley contain eggs?

Yes: 4 eggs. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, dairy and eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

Can I freeze Brik with Egg and Parsley?

It is not a good candidate. Refrigerate what is left of Brik with Egg and Parsley within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it.

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