Pork and potato kurnik
Description
Perfectly pairs with tea and coffee. Now, let me describe the classic recipe for a kurник pie with pork and potatoes. Prepare the dough in advance so it can rest. 1) Let's start preparing the filling. First, peel the potatoes and cut them into cubes. Finely chop the onion. 2) It's best to choose pork with streaks of fat, as this will make the pie juicier and softer. Cut the meat into small cubes (the same size as the potatoes). Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and mix well. 3) Season the pork, onion, and potatoes with salt and pepper. Mix thoroughly and let sit for half an hour. 4) Now, work with the dough. Divide it into two parts. Roll out one part into a flat round and place it into a baking dish or skillet. 5) Spread the kurник filling over the dough, making sure ingredients are evenly distributed. Roll out the second piece of dough into another round and place it on top of the pie, sealing the edges around the sides. 6) If any dough extends beyond the edges, trim it with a knife. Roll the leftover pieces into small sausages and use them to decorate the top of the pie. 7) Place the kurник into a preheated oven at 200°C (392°F). Bake for at least 40–45 minutes. 8) The pork and potato kurник is ready. Serve warm or cooled. Perfect with tea.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Prepare all the ingredients.
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Step 2
2. Melt the butter, cool it, add 0.25 teaspoon of salt, beat in the egg, baking soda, and sour cream. Mix well.
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Step 3
3. Sift the flour into a bowl, add the butter with sour cream, and knead a soft, sticky dough.
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Step 4
4. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and set aside for a while.
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Step 5
5. Finely chop the meat with a knife.
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Step 6
6. Grate the potatoes as well.
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Step 7
7. Finely dice the onion.
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Step 8
8. In a bowl, mix the minced meat, potatoes, onion, salt, pepper, and cumin.
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Step 9
9. Divide the dough into two pieces—one larger and one smaller. On a floured surface, roll out the larger piece into a flat round shape large enough to cover the baking tray.
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Step 10
10. To easily transfer the crepe to a parchment-lined baking sheet, dust it with flour and roll it up around a rolling pin. Place it on the baking sheet, unrolling the dough from the pin.
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11. Leaving a 5 cm border at the edges, spread the filling over the crepe.
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12. Roll out the second pancake and place it on top. Fold and pinch the edges. Make several cuts in the center with a knife to allow steam to escape.
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Step 13
13 Brush the top of the pie with egg beaten with a tablespoon of water and bake in a preheated oven at 200 degrees for 40 minutes.