Here’s a delicious, flaky recipe for Savory Puff Pastry with Minced Meat & Cheese—great as a snack, appetizer, or light meal:
🥐 Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed if frozen)
- 300–400g minced meat (beef or chicken)
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika or chili flakes (optional)
- 1 tbsp tomato paste or ketchup
- ½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or mix)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Fresh herbs (optional: parsley or coriander)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare the filling:
- Heat oil in a pan.
- Sauté onion and garlic until soft.
- Add minced meat and cook until browned.
- Stir in salt, pepper, spices, and tomato paste.
- Cook until mixture is dry (important so pastry doesn’t get soggy).
- Let it cool, then mix in cheese and herbs.
2. Assemble:
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Roll out puff pastry and cut into squares or rectangles.
- Place a spoonful of filling in the center.
- Fold into triangles or rectangles and seal edges with a fork.
3. Bake:
- Place on a lined baking tray.
- Brush with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake for 18–25 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
🌟 Tips
- Make sure the filling is cool and not watery before adding to pastry.
- Sprinkle extra cheese on top before baking for a cheesy crust.
- You can add vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms.
- Serve with ketchup, garlic sauce, or yogurt dip.
🔥 Variations
- Use spiced keema (South Asian style) for extra flavor
- Add olives or jalapeños for a twist
- Turn into mini party bites by making smaller pieces
If you want, I can show you a quick air fryer version or a crispy bakery-style technique for extra flaky layers.
