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Macedonian Pork Pastrmajlija

Name: Macedonian Pork Pastrmajlija
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Macedonian
Ingredients: 1 lb ground pork; 1 onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp paprika; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1/2 tsp dried oregano; 1/4 tsp cumin; 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed; 1 egg, beaten; 1 tbsp water

Crispy pork-filled pastries with a savory flavor profile

30 minutes4 servings

Method

In a bowl, mix together pork, onion, garlic, paprika, salt, pepper, oregano, and cumin
Cut the puff pastry into 4 equal squares
Place a generous spoonful of the pork mixture in the center of each square
Brush the edges with the egg wash and fold the pastry over to form a triangle
Seal the edges by pressing and crimping
Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-18 minutes until golden brown
Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.

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