Macedonian · North Macedonia
Pork and Spiced Meat Pastromajlija with Baked Dough
A savory pastry filled with spiced meat, typical of Macedonian cuisine.
60 minutes4 servings

Ingredients
Method
- Preheat oven to 200°C (390°F).
- In a bowl, mix flour, salt, and pepper. Add olive oil and mix until a dough forms. Knead for 10 minutes, then let rest for 30 minutes.
- In a pan, cook the onion and garlic until soft. Add ground pork, salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook until meat is browned.
- Divide dough into 12 equal parts. Roll each into a round shape, fill with meat mixture, and fold into a half-moon shape.
- Place on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.