Rice Paper Burek

Burek with rice paper and cheese – light and crispy gluten-free burek

Are you looking for a quick, easy, and gluten-free recipe for classic cheese burek? Then burek with rice paper is the perfect choice for you! This recipe bypasses traditional dough, uses rice paper, and you can prepare it in just a few minutes, with a great result: crispy crust and warm, “cheesy” filling.

Why do we love this burek?

Burek with rice paper is perfect for those avoiding gluten or have celiac disease because it is made with rice paper instead of puff pastry. Rice paper is naturally gluten-free.

The preparation is very simple, no need to roll out the dough, and the result is almost identical. In much less time, you get a perfect burek with a golden crispy crust.

Ingredients (for 3 portions)

• Pack of rice paper
• 250 g of fresh cheese
• 1 egg
• A pinch of salt
• A little sesame
• For soaking: 1 egg and a little milk

Instructions for preparation

1. Mix fresh cheese, egg, and salt for the filling
2. With a fork, whisk the egg and milk, then dip one rice paper at a time into this mixture for 5 seconds (for one portion, 3 rice papers are needed)
3. Lay the rice papers one next to the other and spread the cheese mixture along the edge
4. Carefully roll up and shape the portion
5. Sprinkle with sesame and bake at 190-200 degrees for about 25 minutes (until they turn golden yellow)

Tips for a perfect result

• For a golden color and shine: brush with egg
• Do not soak rice paper too long: 5 seconds is usually enough. If it tears while rolling, “patch” it with another piece of rice paper.

Watch the video recipe! 

Enjoy your meal!