Rice Paper Tuna Burekas

Name: Rice Paper Tuna Burekas
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 10
Ingredients: 2 cans of drained tuna; 3 tbsp corn; 1 tbsp olives; A pinch of salt and pepper to taste; 2 tbsp tomato paste; 2 tbsp cottage cheese; Around 10 pieces of rice paper; egg, mixed (for basting); sesame seeds (for topping); 2 eggs; ¾ cup lukewarm water; 1 tbsp date syrup

by Kiki Cooks

10 Burekas

1 hr

Looking for a light yet satisfying snack that’s packed with protein and bursting with flavor? These tuna burekas with rice paper are the perfect solution! They offer all the crunch and savory goodness of traditional burekas but with a lighter, gluten-free twist. Made with a delicious tuna filling and baked to golden perfection, these crispy treats are not only healthier but also incredibly addictive.

What makes this recipe even better? It’s easy to prepare with simple ingredients you likely already have at home. Whether you’re looking for a quick lunch, a high-protein snack, or a crowd-pleasing appetizer, these tuna burekas will not disappoint. Plus, they stay crispy for hours—perfect for meal prep or entertaining guests!

Let’s get started on making these delicious, crunchy bites. You won’t believe how easy they are!

Rice Paper Tuna Burekas

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Recipe details

Yield 10 Burekas
Time spent: Prep time: 20 Minutes Cook time: 40 Minutes Total time: 1 hr

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Ingredients

Filling

2 cans of drained tuna
3 tbsp corn
1 tbsp olives
A pinch of salt and pepper to taste
2 tbsp tomato paste
2 tbsp cottage cheese

Rice paper

Around 10 pieces of rice paper
egg, mixed (for basting)
sesame seeds (for topping)

Rice paper batter

2 eggs
¾ cup lukewarm water
1 tbsp date syrup

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Mix the filling together and set aside.
Mix together the rice paper batter. Dip a rice paper sheet into the batter for 20 seconds on both sides.
Place it on a work surface (it's recommended that the surface be slightly damp).
Do not let the rice paper rest too long, or it will become too soft. As soon as it's workable, fold in the two sides.
Place about 1 to 1.5 tbsp of the filling in one corner, and fold the corners in. Keep folding the rice paper over itself, twice, until a triangle is formed (you can really do any shape you like).
Place the filled burekas on the baking tray and brush lightly with the batter and sprinkle sesame seeds.
Place the tray in the oven and bake for about 40 minutes—no less! That’s how they turn crispy.

Comments

Arwin on Mar 11, 2025

What type of cottage cheese? Do you use a dry form or a creamy form?
Thank you

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