First, make the dough.
Mix salt in water.
In a little bowl, mix 1/2 teaspoon of salt in 220 milliliters of water.
Prepare the dough:
Put 400g of wheat flour in a bowl. Slowly add the salty water while stirring. Mix the ingredients until you have a smooth dough.
Let the dough rest.
Cover the dough and leave it to rest for 20 minutes at room temperature.
Step 2: Get the beef ready.
Cut the garlic and green onions.
Cut into very small pieces 1 piece of garlic and 100 grams of green onions. Put aside.
Combine the beef filling.
In a bowl, mix together 300g of ground beef, chopped garlic, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of cumin, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce, a little black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of cornstarch. Mix well until everything is evenly combined.
Include some chopped green onions.
Mix the chopped green onions into the ground beef. Put a lid on it and keep it in the fridge until you need it.
Step 3: Mold the Dough
Work and separate the dough.
After letting it rest, knead the dough for another 5 minutes. Cut the dough into 8 equal pieces.
Form the dough.
Roll each part into a small tube. Put a little olive oil on the pieces, cover them, and leave them at room temperature for 1 hour.
Step 4: Put the Pies Together
Prepare the dough:
Put a little oil on the surface where you are working and on the rolling pin. Take a ball of dough and press it down with your hands. Next, use the rolling pin to flatten it into a thin circle.
Knead the dough.
Put some of the cooked beef filling on one side of the dough. Extend the dough over the filling and carefully roll it up, folding in the sides as you roll.
Change the Pie:
Gently pull the dough to make it thin, then twist the ends to close it. Press down on each pie softly with your hands.
Step 5: Bake the Pies
Cook the pies in a pan.
Warm 1 centimeter of olive oil in a pan on low to medium heat. Put the pies in and put a lid on the pan. Cook the pies for 5 minutes, turning them over from time to time.
Complete the cooking process:
Take off the cover and keep cooking the pies for 5 more minutes, turning them often, until they are golden and crispy.
Wait on customers.
Take the pies out of the pan and put them on paper towels to remove extra oil. Serve it while it's hot.
Ways to serve.
Try these pies as a snack or with a sauce made of soy sauce, vinegar, and chili oil for dipping.
Serve with a side of salad or soup to make it a more filling meal.
Cooking Advice:
Letting the dough rest is important to make it stretchier and easier to handle, which helps the pastry layers turn out light and crispy.
When frying pies, use a gentle heat to make sure they cook well without getting burnt.
Benefits for your health:
Ground beef provides protein and iron, while green onions and garlic add extra nutrients and taste.
Cumin gives a nice smell and is good for digestion.
Storage: This refers to the act of keeping things in a specific place for future use.
Keep any leftover pies in a sealed container in the fridge for a maximum of 3 days. Warm up in a pan or oven to make it crispy again.
Reasons to enjoy this recipe:
Crispy and Flaky: The puff pastry dough makes light and crispy layers that go well with the tasty beef filling.
Simple Ingredients: By using common items found in your kitchen and ground beef, you can make a tasty meal that feels like a treat.
These pies are great for snacking, as a starter, or as part of a meal, and can be enjoyed anytime.
Final thoughts:
These Chinese beef pastries are delicious and filling. They have a crispy outside and a tasty beef filling inside. Whether you are offering them as a snack or as part of a meal, these pies will definitely be popular. The easy puff pastry method and simple filling make this recipe perfect for any event.
