Transport your senses to the heart of the Middle East with these delicious, savory Meat Pies known as Kada Goshti. Filled with a mixture of seasoned ground beef, aromatic spices, and fresh herbs, these delightful pastries are perfect for a family gathering or a cozy night in.
Ingredients
🍞 25 to 30 frozen dinner rolls
🥑 Avocado cooking spray
🥩 1 pound of ground beef
🧅 1 medium size onion (finely diced)
🍅 1 medium size tomato (finely diced)
🧄 3 cloves of garlic (minced)
🌿 1/2 cup of parsley (finely chopped)
🧂 1 tablespoon salt (or to taste)
🌶️ 1 teaspoon paprika
⚫ 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
🌶️ 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
🌿 1/2 teaspoon cumin
🌿 1/2 teaspoon coriander
🍯 2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses
🍅 1 6oz can tomato paste
🥚 1 egg (to brush the sides of the dough with)
Instructions
1- Thaw the Dough:
- Arrange the frozen dinner rolls on a large plate, ensuring they do not touch.
- Spray a light coating of avocado cooking spray over the rolls.
- Cover with plastic wrap, followed by a kitchen towel, and let them thaw for about 2 hours, or until they double in size.
2- Prepare the Meat Filling:
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, finely diced onion, tomato, minced garlic, parsley, salt, paprika, black pepper, red pepper flakes, cumin, coriander, pomegranate molasses, and tomato paste.
- Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined. Set the filling aside.
3- Preheat and Assemble Pies:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out each thawed dough piece into an oval shape.
- Spoon a heaping tablespoon of the meat filling onto the center of each rolled dough and spread evenly.
- Fold the edges of the dough over the filling and pinch or twist the ends to form a boat shape.
4- Egg Wash and Bake:
- Lightly beat the egg and brush it over the outer dough of each pie.
- Place the assembled pies onto a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.
5- Serve and Enjoy:
- Once baked, remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
- Enjoy your savory meat pies warm, perfect with a side salad or yogurt dip.
Prep Time: 2 hours (including dough thawing)
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: Makes 25 to 30 meat pies
Equipment: Mixing bowl, rolling pin, baking sheet, pastry brush
Calories per Serving: Approx. 150 calories
Proteins: 8g
Fats: 6g
Carbohydrates: 16g
Cooking Tips:
- Ensure the dough is fully thawed for easier rolling and better consistency.
- Adjust the spice levels according to your preference for a spicier or milder filling.
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