Beliashi Recipe

Discover the delicious flavors of Kazakhstan with these crispy Beliashi! These savory fried pasties, inspired by a vintage Time-Life recipe, are bursting with tender, seasoned meat. A perfect appetizer or satisfying main course, Beliashi are a culinary adventure waiting to happen. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this authentic Eastern European treat. (Recipe adapted from Time-Life Foods of the World: Russian Cooking, 1969)

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 85 mins
Calories 903.2 kcal
Protein 89g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Beliashi

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Beliashi

  • Active Dry Yeast
  • Sugar
  • All Purpose Flour
  • Milk
  • Ground Beef
  • Onion
  • 1 tsp salt
  • Ground Black Pepper
  • Butter
  • Oil

How to Make Beliashi

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground meat, chopped onion, salt, pepper, and any desired additional herbs or spices. Mix well and set aside.
  2. Prepare the dough according to your preferred method (recipe not included, please use your favorite dough recipe or search for a suitable dough for pasties).
  3. Roll out the dough to a thickness of about 1/8 inch. Use a 4-inch cookie cutter or a knife to cut out circles.
  4. Place a spoonful of the meat filling in the center of each dough circle.
  5. Fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape, crimping the edges firmly to seal.
  6. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  7. Carefully place the Beliashi in the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.
  8. Fry the pasties for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
  9. Remove the Beliashi from the skillet and place them on a wire rack to drain excess oil.
  10. Serve hot and enjoy!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

33 g

Sugar

7g

Fat

89g

Carbs

26g

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