Beef Brik

Beef Brik is a delicious Moroccan pastry filled with spiced ground beef, wrapped in a thin dough and deep-fried to golden perfection. This dish combines savory flavors with a crispy texture, making it a perfect lunch option.

Ingredients

• Ground beef - 250 grams
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Egg - 1 large
• Brik pastry sheets - 4 sheets
• Vegetable oil - for frying

Steps

1. In a skillet over medium heat, add a splash of vegetable oil and sauté the chopped onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the minced garlic and ground beef to the skillet, cooking until the beef is browned and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes.
3. Stir in the chopped parsley, cilantro, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes, then remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
4. Once the beef mixture is cool, beat the egg in a bowl and add it to the beef mixture, combining well.
5. Lay out one brik pastry sheet on a clean surface and place about 2 tablespoons of the beef mixture in the center. Fold the pastry over to form a triangle, sealing the edges with a little water.
6. Repeat the process with the remaining pastry sheets and beef mixture.
7. In a deep frying pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the briks, frying until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes on each side.
8. Remove the briks and drain on paper towels. Serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 100 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from the beef, which is essential for muscle building and repair.
• Contains herbs like parsley and cilantro that are rich in vitamins and antioxidants.

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