Kefta-Stuffed Puff Pastry Appetizers

Ingredients

  • 1 packet puff pastry squares
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • 2 tablespoons Romano or Parmesan cheese

Filling

  • 500 grams ready-made kefta
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 cup pizza sauce

Shaping items

  • Small wooden sticks

Preparation

  1. Remove the puff pastry packet from the freezer and let it thaw for a few minutes, then separate the sheets and place them in a shallow tray to fully thaw

  2. Preheat the oven to 200°C and prepare shallow baking trays

  3. Using a pizza cutter, cut the puff pastry sheets into 1 or 2-inch squares

  4. In a small bowl, mix the egg and milk together

  5. Using a small brush, brush the squares with a little of the egg and milk mixture

  6. Sprinkle a little Parmesan cheese on the squares

  7. Using a wide knife, transfer the pastry squares to the baking trays, leaving one inch between pieces

  8. Bake in the oven for 10 minutes or until golden brown and let it cool completely

  9. Shape the kefta into small balls

  10. In a wide skillet, add oil and heat over medium heat

  11. Add kefta balls to the skillet, wait a few seconds, and stir gently until fully cooked and golden brown

  12. To assemble, use a small wide knife to open a small part of the baked puff pastry squares, add a little pizza sauce inside, place a kefta ball inside, and secure with a small wooden or plastic stick, then serve immediately

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