Albanian · Albania
Albanian Meat Byrek
A traditional Albanian layered pastry filled with spiced meat, baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
Method
- Mix flour, water, and salt to form a dough. Let rest for 30 minutes.
- Roll out the dough and cut into circles.
- Prepare the meat filling by sautéing onions, then adding ground beef and spices.
- Place the meat mixture on the dough circles, fold, and seal.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.
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