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Buns · Latvia

Traditional Latvian Bacon Buns (Pīrāgi)

A classic Latvian recipe for savory bacon buns filled with sautéed onions and bacon.

100 minutes6 servings
Traditional Latvian Bacon Buns (Pīrāgi)
Photo: Sara McCleary · CC BY-SA 4.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. In a large bowl, mix flour, salt, sugar, and yeast.
  2. Add warm milk and melted butter, stirring until a dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes, then let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
  4. Preheat oven to 200°C (390°F).
  5. Roll out the dough and cut into rounds.
  6. Fill each round with sautéed onions and bacon, then fold and seal.
  7. Brush with beaten egg and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.

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