Savory Pork and Puff Pastry Roll

The magic of puff pastry is that the fat layers turn to steam during baking, pushing the dough apart (physical leavening) to create that crispy, flaky structure. Paired with a juicy meat filling, it makes for an elegant yet simple dinner that's excellent hot or cold.
🕒 Prep Time 20 mins
🍳 Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time 50 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 550 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Hungarian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Skillet for filling
  • Baking sheet
  • Pastry brush

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Egg

Instructions

1

Sauté the onion in oil, add the meat, and brown until crumbly. Season (salt, pepper, paprika, garlic).

Tip: Evaporate all the liquid; the ragout should be 'dry', otherwise it will soak the dough.
2

Let the filling cool COMPLETELY. Mix in the chopped parsley.

Tip: Hot filling would melt the fat layers in the dough before baking, preventing it from puffing.
3

Roll out the pastry, spread the meat on it, and roll it up tightly. Seal the ends.

Tip: Prick the top with a fork to let steam escape.
4

Brush with beaten egg and bake at 400°F (200°C) for about 25-30 minutes until golden brown.

Tip: High heat is needed for the pastry to puff.

Recipe FAQ

The bottom got soggy.
The filling was too juicy or warm when you put it on the dough. Cool it completely before filling!

Ingredients

  • 1 sheet Puff Pastry (thawed)
  • 1 lb Ground Pork
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 1 large Egg (for egg wash)
  • 1 tbsp Vegetable Oil
  • 1 bunch Fresh Parsley