If you’re craving a sweet and savory appetizer that is sure to satisfy you and your guests, you’ve come to the right place! These sheet pan burekas are delicious and easy to prepare, made with some of the most authentic flavors of the Middle East. Keep reading and get ready to make this treat for your next dinner party.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds lean ground beef (swap meat for impossible beef if you’re looking for a vegetarian version)
- 2 large chopped sweet onions
- 3 Tbsp olive or avocado oil
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp cardamom
- 1 tsp cumin
- salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste
- 1 beaten egg for brushing
- 1/4 C of pine nuts
- Pomegranate molasses
- sesame seed and a bunch of fresh parsley for garnishing
- Puff Pastry Sheets
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large skillet and sauté your onions until soft and fragrant.
- Add meat to the onions and saute until brown, then add your spices to the mixture.
- Cook on medium heat for 8-12 minutes until fully cooked.
- Take the meat out of the pan and garnish with parsley and pine nuts.
- Roll out your puff pastry sheet and spread the pomegranite molasses on it.
- Spread the meat evenly over the dough.
- Close the dough and cut into squares.
- Prepare a parchment sheet, and brush a beaten egg over the dough, and sprinkle sesame seeds on top of the dough.
- Bake in the oven at 375 degrees for 45 minutes to an hour.
- Serve with a side of fresh tahini and enjoy.
