Meat Pies

Ingredients

• Kefir 5 fl oz
• Safflower Oil 5 fl oz
• Wheat Flour 10 oz
• Dry yeast 0 oz
• Salt 1 teaspoon
• Onion 1 head
• Lean Beef 5 oz
• Ground Black Pepper to taste
• Whole egg 1 piece
• Sugar 1 tablespoon

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1

Warm the kefir and oil and pour them into a deep bowl.

Step 2

Add sugar.

Step 3

Sprinkle in the yeast and mix with a wooden spatula.

Step 4

Add salt and stir.

Step 5

Sift the flour through a sieve, mixing gradually.

Step 6

Knead the dough for 10 minutes. Place it in a warm place for 30 minutes.

Step 7

Finely chop the onion and sauté in sunflower oil until golden brown.

Step 8

Add the ground beef and cook until done.

Step 9

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 10

Pour in water, cover with a lid, and simmer for 5–7 minutes until the water evaporates.

Step 11

Divide the dough into 15 pieces.

Step 12

Roll out a small round piece the size of your palm.

Step 13

Place the meat filling in the center.

Step 14

Pinch the edges tightly.

Step 15

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly grease with sunflower oil.

Step 16

Brush each pie with egg yolk. Bake in a preheated oven at 390°F for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.