Croatian · Croatia
Štrukli with Ground Beef and Cheese
A savory Croatian dish of layered dough filled with a mixture of ground beef and cheese, baked until flaky and delicious.
45 minutes4 servings
Ingredients
Method
- In a bowl, mix flour, egg, and a pinch of salt. Gradually add water to form a smooth dough. Let rest for 30 minutes.
- Roll out the dough into thin sheets. In a pan, cook the ground beef with salt and pepper until browned.
- Layer the dough sheets, spreading a mixture of cooked beef and grated cheese between each layer.
- Fold the dough into a rectangle, then cut into individual portions. Fry in oil until golden brown.
- Serve warm.
- Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.
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