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| '''Sigara böreği''' is a popular type of [[börek]], a family of baked filled pastries made of a thin flaky dough known as [[phyllo]] or [[yufka]], which is common in the cuisines of the former [[Ottoman Empire]]. The name "sigara böreği" translates to "cigarette börek" due to its cylindrical shape resembling a cigarette.
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| == Origin and History ==
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| The exact origin of sigara böreği is unknown, but it is widely believed to have originated in [[Turkey]]. It is a part of the rich culinary tradition of the [[Ottoman Empire]], which has influenced many cuisines in the [[Balkans]], the [[Middle East]], and the [[Mediterranean]] region.
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| == Preparation and Ingredients ==
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| Sigara böreği is typically made by wrapping a triangle of [[yufka]] dough around a filling of [[feta cheese]], [[parsley]], and sometimes [[spinach]] or [[dill]]. The filled dough is then rolled into a cylinder, giving it its characteristic shape. The börek is then either baked or fried until golden brown.
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| == Serving and Consumption ==
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| Sigara böreği is often served as an [[appetizer]] or a [[snack]]. It is a common feature in [[Turkish cuisine]], especially during [[Ramadan]], where it is often eaten during [[Iftar]], the evening meal with which Muslims end their daily Ramadan fast at sunset. It is also a popular choice for parties and gatherings due to its easy preparation and convenient finger-food size.
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| == Variations ==
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| While the traditional filling for sigara böreği is feta cheese and parsley, there are many variations of this dish. Some versions may include different types of cheese, such as [[kashkaval]] or [[mozzarella]], or other fillings like minced meat, mashed potatoes, or various vegetables. There are also sweet versions of sigara böreği, filled with ingredients like [[cinnamon]], [[sugar]], and [[walnuts]].
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| == See Also ==
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| * [[Börek]]
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| * [[Turkish cuisine]]
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| * [[Ottoman cuisine]]
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| * [[Phyllo]]
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| * [[Yufka]]
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| [[Category:Turkish cuisine]]
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| [[Category:Ottoman cuisine]]
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| [[Category:Börek]]
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| [[Category:Pastries]]
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| {{Turkish cuisine}}
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