Montokers
Discover the delightful world of Montokers, a savory hand-pie that combines buttery, flaky pastry with a spiced and cheesy filling for an irresistible snack or appetizer. These golden bites feature a rich ground beef (or plant-based alternative) and cheddar cheese filling, infused with aromatic spices like cumin, smoked paprika, and coriander for a burst of flavor in every bite. The homemade dough, crafted from simple ingredients like all-purpose flour and cold butter, creates a perfectly tender crust that's baked to golden perfection. Easy to prepare and customizable, Montokers are ideal for entertaining or enjoying as a satisfying on-the-go treat. Serve them warm for the ultimate comfort food experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.75 cups Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cups Cold water
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 pound Ground beef (or plant-based substitute)
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground coriander
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil (for cooking filling)
- 1 Egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt.
Cut the unsalted butter into small cubes and add it to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or fork to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add the cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together. Do not overwork the dough.
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
In a medium skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until softened and fragrant, about 3 minutes.
Add the ground beef (or plant-based substitute) to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up into small crumbles as it cooks, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the ground cumin, smoked paprika, ground coriander, black pepper, and salt to taste. Cook for another 2 minutes to allow the spices to bloom.
Remove the skillet from heat and let the filling cool slightly. Once cooled, stir in the shredded cheddar cheese.
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to 1/8-inch thickness. Use a round cutter (approximately 4 inches in diameter) to cut out circles from the dough.
Place a tablespoon of the filling onto the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape and press the edges together to seal. Use the tines of a fork to crimp the edges.
Arrange the prepared Montokers on the baking sheet. Brush the tops with the beaten egg to create a golden crust.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and flaky.
Allow the Montokers to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm as a savory snack or appetizer!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3319 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 225.1 g | 289% | |
| Saturated Fat | 104.3 g | 522% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 793 mg | 264% | |
| Sodium | 3484 mg | 151% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 203.0 g | 74% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.7 g | ||
| Protein | 138.5 g | 277% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 995 mg | 77% | |
| Iron | 24.5 mg | 136% | |
| Potassium | 1845 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
