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Macedonian Pastrmalija with Kifli Dough

A traditional Macedonian pastry filled with a savory meat and cheese mixture, baked to golden perfection.

40 minutes4 servings
Macedonian Pastrmalija with Kifli Dough
Photo: Gordana Adzieva · CC BY 4.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix flour, salt, and butter until crumbly. Add milk and mix until dough forms. Knead briefly, then let rest.
  3. In a pan, cook ground beef and onion until browned. Add cheese and mix well.
  4. Roll out dough into a rectangle. Cut into squares, place meat and cheese mixture in the center, fold into a triangle, and seal with egg wash.
  5. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.

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