Savory Beef Piroshky

Ingredients

• Active dry yeast (2 teaspoons)
• Granulated sugar (1 teaspoon)
• Warm water (1/2 cup)
• Milk (1/2 cup, warmed)
• Unsalted butter (1/4 cup, melted)
• Eggs (1 large, beaten (for dough) + 1 for egg wash)
• All-purpose flour (3 to 4 cups)
• Salt (1 teaspoon)
• Ground beef (1 pound)
• Onion (1 medium, finely chopped)
• Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
• Black pepper (to taste)
• Sour cream (for serving)

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, combine the yeast, sugar, and warm water. Let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
2. In a large bowl, combine the warm milk, melted butter, beaten egg, and salt. Add the yeast mixture and stir to combine.
3. Gradually add 3 cups of flour, stirring until a dough begins to form. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes, adding more flour as needed, until the dough is smooth and elastic.
4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
5. While the dough is rising, heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef, onion, and garlic. Cook until the beef is browned and the onion is translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
6. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
7. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a circle about 5-6 inches in diameter.
8. Place a spoonful of the beef filling in the center of each circle, fold the dough over to form a half-moon shape, and pinch the edges to seal tightly. Place the piroshky on the prepared baking sheet.
9. Brush the tops of the piroshky with the beaten egg for a golden finish.
10. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
11. Serve warm with sour cream on the side for dipping.