Ukrainian-Style Pirozhki
Flaky pastry pockets filled with a savory robust Ukrainian-inspired filling. Perfect as a snack or light meal.
Ingredients
- ●1 package (thawed) Flaky Pastry
- ●1 cup Robust Ukrainian Meat Filling (beef, pork, onion, carrot, mushroom, dill)
- ●1 Egg
- ●1 tablespoon Water
- ●to taste Salt
- ●to taste Black Pepper
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the flaky pastry to a thickness of about 1/8 inch.
- 3
Cut out circles of pastry using a cookie cutter or the rim of a glass.
- 4
In a small bowl, mix together the robust Ukrainian meat filling, egg, salt, and black pepper.
- 5
Place a tablespoon of the meat mixture in the center of each pastry circle.
- 6
Brush the edges of the pastry with water, then fold the pastry over the filling to form a triangle or a square shape.
- 7
Press the edges of the pastry together to seal the pirozhki.
- 8
Place the pirozhki on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 9
Brush the tops of the pirozhki with a little water, then sprinkle with a pinch of salt.
- 10
Bake the pirozhki in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
- 11
Serve the pirozhki warm, garnished with chopped fresh dill if desired.