Ingredient substitute

What can you use instead of phyllo dough (yufka)?

Spring roll wrappers, Lavash or thin flatbread and Flour tortillas are the easiest swaps. Below: 4 options with the right amount to use, what changes in the dish and which diets they suit.

The quick answer

Spring roll wrappers. Use the same amount. Fry-friendly stand-in for yufka in sigara böreği.

Adjust: Brush with butter or oil and fry or bake.

Spring roll wrappers
Small adjustment

Use the same amount (ratio 1:1)

Fry-friendly stand-in for yufka in sigara böreği.

Flavor
Neutral.

Texture
Crisper, thicker.

Moisture
Lower.

Adjust
Brush with butter or oil and fry or bake.

Best for
Sigara böreği, Rolled pastries

vegan
Lavash or thin flatbread
Small adjustment

Use the same amount (ratio 1:1)

Good for gözleme-style pan pastries.

Flavor
Wheaty.

Texture
Chewier.

Moisture
Same.

Adjust
Moisten lightly before folding.

Best for
Gözleme, Wraps

vegan
Flour tortillas
Changes flavor or texture

Use the same amount (ratio 1:1)

Easy pantry swap for pan-cooked flatbreads.

Flavor
Milder.

Texture
Softer.

Moisture
Same.

Adjust
Brush with oil, cook on a dry skillet.

Best for
Gözleme, Quesadilla-style

vegan
Puff pastry
Changes flavor or texture

Use the same amount (ratio 1:1)

Richer and thicker; bake instead of frying.

Flavor
Buttery.

Texture
Flaky, buttery.

Moisture
Lower.

Adjust
Bake at 400°F (200°C) until golden.

Best for
Börek, Savory pies

Common questions

What is the best substitute for phyllo dough (yufka)?

Spring roll wrappers is the closest swap. Use the same amount. Fry-friendly stand-in for yufka in sigara böreği.

What is a vegan substitute for phyllo dough (yufka)?

Good vegan options are Spring roll wrappers, Lavash or thin flatbread and Flour tortillas.

How much should I use instead of phyllo dough (yufka)?

It depends on the swap. Spring roll wrappers: Use the same amount. Lavash or thin flatbread: Use the same amount. Flour tortillas: Use the same amount.