Chinese Beef Puff Pastry Pies Recipe

These crispy and flavorful Chinese beef puff pastry pies are perfect for snacks, breakfast, or as a savory treat any time of day. The simple puff pastry technique creates light, flaky layers, while the spiced beef filling offers a delicious burst of flavor.

Preparation Time:
Prep Time: 45 minutes (including resting time)
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Ingredients:
For the Dough:
400g wheat flour
22 centiliters (220ml) water
1/2 teaspoon salt
Olive oil, as needed for coating and frying
For the Beef Filling:
300g ground beef
1 garlic clove, chopped
100g green onions, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1 tablespoon light soy sauce
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
Ground black pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon cornstarch
Directions:

Step 1: Prepare the Dough
Dilute Salt in Water:
In a small bowl, dissolve 1/2 teaspoon of salt in 22 centiliters (220ml) of water.
Make the Dough:
In a mixing bowl, add 400g wheat flour. Gradually pour in the salted water while stirring. Knead the mixture until a smooth dough forms.
Rest the Dough:
Cover the dough and let it rest for 20 minutes at room temperature.
Step 2: Prepare the Beef Filling
Chop the Garlic and Green Onions:
Finely chop 1 garlic clove and 100g green onions. Set aside.
Mix the Beef Filling:
In a mixing bowl, combine 300g ground beef, chopped garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon oyster sauce, a dash of ground black pepper, and 1 teaspoon cornstarch. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
Add Green Onions:

Fold the minced green onions into the beef mixture. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
Step 3: Shape the Dough
Knead and Divide the Dough:
After the initial rest, knead the dough again for 5 minutes. Divide the dough into 8 equal parts.
Shape the Dough:
Roll each portion into a small cylinder. Coat the pieces lightly with olive oil, cover, and let them rest for 1 hour at room temperature.
Step 4: Assemble the Pies
Roll Out the Dough:

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