Golden Meat-Stuffed Pastries 🥟🥩✨

Fluffy golden pastries filled with a savory beef mixture—perfectly seasoned and baked to perfection. A comforting snack or dinner idea.

Ingredients 🛒

For the Dough:

• 3 cups all-purpose flour 🌾
• 1 cup warm milk 🥛
• 1 tbsp sugar 🍬
• 1 tsp salt 🧂
• 1 egg 🥚
• 3 tbsp oil or melted butter 🧈
• 1 packet dry yeast (2¼ tsp) 🧂

For the Filling:

• 300 g ground beef 🥩
• 1 small onion, finely chopped 🧅
• 1 clove garlic, minced 🧄
• 1 tbsp chopped parsley 🌿
• Salt & pepper, to taste 🧂
• Optional: paprika or cumin 🌶️

For the Glaze:

• 1 egg yolk 🥚
• 1 tbsp milk 🥛

Instructions 👩‍🍳

Prepare the Dough:

1. 🥣 Mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 10 minutes.
2. 🌾 Add flour, salt, egg, and oil. Knead into a soft dough.
3. ❄️ Cover and let rise for 1 hour until doubled.

Prepare the Filling:

1. 🔥 Cook ground beef with onion and garlic until browned.
2. 🧂 Season with salt, pepper, and spices. Stir in parsley.
3. ❄️ Let cool before using.

Assemble & Bake:

1. Divide dough into portions. Roll out and fill with meat mixture.
2. Seal edges well and place on a baking sheet.
3. Brush with egg yolk-milk glaze.
4. Bake at 180°C (356°F) for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.

Tips 🌟

• Extra flavor: Add shredded cheese to the filling.
• Variation: Try with chicken or lamb mince.
• Serving idea: Pair with yogurt dip or fresh salad.

Details

• Prep Time: 1 hour 20 minutes (including rising)
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: ~1 hour 45 minutes
• Servings: 8–10 pastries

Caption & Engagement

Caption: “Golden Meat-Stuffed Pastries—crispy outside, savory inside 🥟🥩✨”

• Comment prompt: “Would you add cheese or keep them classic?”
• Rotating closers: “Save for your next baking day.” • “Tag a friend who loves savory pastries.” • “Simple steps, bold comfort.”