Beef & Onion Piroshki [000097]

Ingredients:

For the Dough:

2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon xanthan gum (if not included in the flour blend)
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and diced
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 large egg
For the Filling:

1/2 lb ground beef
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill (optional)
Cooking oil, for frying

Instructions:

Prepare the Dough:

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the gluten-free all-purpose flour, xanthan gum (if needed), baking powder, and salt.

Cut in the Butter:

Add the cold and diced unsalted butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your hands to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Add Wet Ingredients:

Add the plain Greek yogurt and the large egg to the mixture. Mix until the dough starts to come together.

Knead the Dough:

Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead gently until it forms a smooth ball.

Prepare the Filling:

In a skillet, cook the ground beef and finely chopped onion over medium heat until the beef is cooked through and the onion is translucent.

Season the mixture with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add chopped fresh dill if desired. Let the filling cool.

Assemble the Piroshki:

Divide the dough into golf ball-sized portions.

Roll out each portion into a circle on a floured surface.

Place a spoonful of the cooled beef and onion filling in the center of each circle.

Fold and Seal:

Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape. Pinch the edges to seal.

Fry the Piroshki:

Heat cooking oil in a deep skillet or frying pan over medium heat.

Carefully place the assembled piroshki in the hot oil and fry until they are golden brown on both sides.

Drain and Serve:

Remove the fried Gluten-Free Beef & Onion Piroshki from the oil and let them drain on paper towels.

Enjoy:

Indulge in the delicious and savory flavors of these Gluten-Free Beef & Onion Piroshki, a Russian-inspired treat.

Feel free to serve the piroshki with sour cream or your favorite dipping sauce. This recipe captures the essence of piroshki while being gluten-free and perfect for a satisfying snack or appetizer.