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Meat and Onion Belyash

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Number of servings: 4Cooking time: 1 hDifficulty: MediumMeal: Lunch

Meat and onion belyash is a favorite among lovers of juicy meat, perfect for home cooking. Imagine flaky dough covering tender meat filling, with an aroma that fills the kitchen. Making belyashi is enjoyable and allows you to share a delicious dish with your loved ones. Traditionally served with borscht, belyashi can also be served with various side dishes or salads.


Variations

For a spicier taste, replace half of the meat filling with smoked sausage or add a bit of paprika.


Secrets of tenderness and flavor

Adding onions makes the filling juicier, while a bit of butter adds creaminess.


Ingredient tips

Let the meat sit for a few hours to allow the spices to fully develop.


Minor cooking tips

The dough should be firm but elastic to roll thinly and not tear when shaping.


FAQ

How to make belyash dough?

Mix flour, yeast, salt, and water until elastic.


What can replace the meat filling?

You can use smoked sausage or chicken.


Can cumin be used?

Yes, cumin adds an oriental aroma to the filling.


How long to prepare the filling?

Preparation takes about 10 minutes.


What to serve belyash with?

Belyash pairs well with borscht or salads.


Ingredients

Skott Smeat Beef Mince 450g

450 g

Onion

2 pscs

Yahotynske Extra Sweet Cream Butter 82.5% 180g

30 g

Svizhak Chicken Eggs С0 10pcs

1 psc

Shchedri Braty Wheat Flour 1kg

250 g

Lvivski Drizhzhi Pressed Yeast 42g

7 g

Preparation steps

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Dough preparation — mix flour, yeast, salt, and add water for elastic dough. Indicator: dough should be elastic.

02

Filling preparation — mix minced meat with onion, butter, salt, and pepper. Indicator: uniform mixture.

03

Forming belyashi — pinch pieces of dough, roll out, place filling, and pinch edges. Indicator: edges tightly closed.

04

Frying — fry in heated oil until golden brown. Indicator: golden color.

05

Tip — add a little ground cumin to the filling for an oriental aroma.