Crispy Cabbage and Carrot Phyllo Bake

This Crispy Cabbage and Carrot Phyllo Bake is one of those recipes that looks impressive but is surprisingly simple to prepare. Tender shredded cabbage and carrots are combined with a creamy, savory filling, wrapped in delicate pastry, and baked until beautifully golden and crisp.

It makes a wonderful side dish, light lunch, or comforting dinner and is especially delicious served warm.

Ingredients

For the Cabbage Filling

• 1 small head green cabbage, finely shredded
• 2 medium carrots, grated
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried dill
• ½ teaspoon paprika

For the Creamy Mixture

• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup plain yogurt
• ½ cup sour cream
• ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

For Assembly

• 8–10 sheets phyllo pastry
• 3 tablespoons melted butter or olive oil
• 1 egg, beaten, for brushing