Savory Puff Pastry with Minced Meat and Cheese — perfect as a snack, appetizer, or light meal!
🥐 Savory Puff Pastry with Minced Meat and Cheese
🕒 Prep Time: 20 minutes
🕒 Cook Time: 25 minutes
🍽️ Makes: 8–10 pastries
🧾 Ingredients:
For the Filling:
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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300g (10 oz) ground beef or lamb (or chicken/turkey)
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1 tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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½ tsp paprika (optional)
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½ tsp dried oregano or thyme
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2 tbsp tomato paste (or ¼ cup canned tomatoes)
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½ cup grated mozzarella or cheddar cheese
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1 tbsp fresh parsley or coriander (optional)
For the Pastry:
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1 sheet puff pastry (thawed if frozen)
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1 egg (for egg wash)
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Optional: sesame seeds or nigella seeds for topping
👩🍳 Instructions:
1. Prepare the Filling
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Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
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Sauté onions until translucent, then add garlic.
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Add minced meat and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
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Stir in tomato paste, salt, pepper, and herbs. Cook for 5–7 minutes until well combined and thickened.
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Let the filling cool slightly, then mix in grated cheese and fresh herbs.
2. Assemble the Pastries
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Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
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Roll out the puff pastry and cut into 8–10 equal squares or rectangles.
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Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each square.
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Fold into triangles or rectangles and seal the edges with a fork.
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Place pastries on a parchment-lined baking tray.
3. Bake
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Beat the egg and brush over the top of each pastry.
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Sprinkle with sesame or nigella seeds if using.
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Bake for 20–25 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.
🧀 Serving Suggestion:
Serve warm with yogurt dip, tzatziki, or a side salad. Great for lunchboxes or parties!