Savory Puff Pastry with Minced Meat and Cheese is a quick, delicious snack or appetizer combining buttery puff pastry, flavorful meat, and melted cheese. 🥐🧀
Ingredients (Makes 6–8 pastries)
- 1 sheet Frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 250 g Minced meat (beef, chicken, or lamb)
- 1 small Onion, finely chopped
- 1–2 cloves Garlic, minced
- ½ tsp Salt
- ½ tsp Black pepper
- 1 tsp Paprika (optional)
- ½ cup Grated cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
- 1 Egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Filling
- Heat a little oil in a pan.
- Sauté onion and garlic until soft.
- Add minced meat, salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook until meat is browned and cooked through.
- Let the mixture cool slightly, then stir in grated cheese.
2. Prepare Puff Pastry
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Roll out puff pastry on a lightly floured surface.
- Cut into 6–8 squares.
3. Assemble Pastries
- Place a spoonful of meat and cheese mixture in the center of each square.
- Fold into triangles or rectangles, sealing edges with a fork.
- Brush the tops with beaten egg for a golden finish.
4. Bake
- Bake in preheated oven for 15–20 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
5. Serve
- Serve warm as appetizers, snacks, or part of a meal.
- Optional: garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or thyme.
Tips
- Add vegetables: Finely chopped bell peppers or spinach for extra flavor.
- Spicy version: Mix in a pinch of chili flakes.
- Make ahead: Assemble and freeze uncooked pastries; bake directly from freezer (add 5–10 min to baking time).
If you want, I can also give a step-by-step version for mini puff pastry meat and cheese bites that are perfect for parties and come out crispy every time.
