Meatballs in Dough

Name: Meatballs in Dough - Antonela E.
Ingredients: 1 onion; finely chopped; 200 g mushrooms; sliced; 2; 4 cloves of garlic; 500 g pork; 2 eggs; 1 bunch of fresh parsley; finely chopped; 1 pack of store; bought puff pastry (800 g) or homemade; salt; pepper; freshly ground; 1 egg yolk; for brushing; oil

Appetizers - Meatballs in Dough by Antonela E. - Recipia

To prepare these delicious meatballs wrapped in puff pastry, start by sautéing the onion and mushrooms in a pan with a little heated oil. Use medium heat so that the onion becomes translucent and the mushrooms release their juice. Stir occasionally to prevent burning. After about 8-10 minutes, when the mushrooms are well cooked and the juice has reduced, remove the pan from the heat and let the mixture cool down. Once cooled, transfer the onion and mushrooms to a meat grinder. Add a few cloves of garlic, which will provide an intense and aromatic flavor. Gradually add the minced meat, choosing a combination of pork and beef for a richer taste. Once all the ingredients are well minced, add two eggs, which will help bind the mixture. Don’t forget to add fresh herbs, such as parsley or dill, which will bring a pleasant aroma and a note of freshness. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then mix the composition well until all ingredients are integrated. Use a spoon to take portions of the mixture and form balls with wet hands, flattening them slightly to give them a uniform shape. Place the meatballs on a baking tray lined with parchment paper, making sure to leave space between them so they don’t stick during baking. Place the tray in the preheated oven at 180 degrees Celsius and bake for about 30 minutes, or until the meatballs turn golden and browned. After they have cooled, prepare the puff pastry. Let it thaw completely, then cut it into squares of suitable size to wrap the meatballs. Place each meatball on a square of pastry and fold the edges, pressing well to seal the filling inside. Place them again on a baking tray lined with parchment paper and brush them with egg yolk to achieve a golden and shiny crust. Enjoy the delicious aroma that will spread throughout the house as the meatballs bake. Put the tray in the oven for another 25-35 minutes at the same temperature until the pastry becomes beautifully browned. These appetizers are perfect to be served warm, but they will remain just as tasty when cold, making them ideal for parties or festive meals. Enjoy them with a yogurt or flavored mayonnaise sauce for an unforgettable culinary experience!

Ingredients

1 onion
finely chopped
200 g mushrooms
sliced
2
4 cloves of garlic
500 g pork
2 eggs
1 bunch of fresh parsley
finely chopped
1 pack of store
bought puff pastry (800 g) or homemade
salt
pepper
freshly ground
1 egg yolk
for brushing
oil

Meatballs in Dough

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