Puff Pastry
Ingredients
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1 tsp salt
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1 cup cold butter, grated
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¼ cup ice-cold water
Directions
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Whisk the flour and salt together in a mixing bowl.
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Using a cheese grater, grate the cold butter and gently mix it into the flour and salt mixture.
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Make a well in the center of the bowl and pour in the ¼ cup ice-cold water. Do not overmix. Add 1 Tbsp of additional water if needed.
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Cover with plastic wrap and let rest in the refrigerator for 20–30 minutes.
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Lightly flour your work surface and gently roll the dough into a smooth rectangle. The length should be about three times the width. Keep edges straight and even.
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Fold the bottom third of the dough up and over, then fold the top third down to create a “letter fold.”
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Give the dough a quarter turn, roll out again, and fold into thirds once more. Cover with plastic wrap and chill for another 20–30 minutes.
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Repeat these steps one more time (optional). Chill once more, then the dough is ready to roll out and use.
Ingredients
(Two variations to choose from)
Option 1
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1 lb OMR ground chorizo (slightly spicy)
Option 2
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1 lb OMR ground pork
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2 Tbsp maple syrup
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1 tsp salt
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1 tsp pepper
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½ tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp thyme
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½ tsp smoked paprika
Then add (for either option):
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½ cup grated cheddar cheese
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½ cup breadcrumbs
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1 egg
Directions
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In a large bowl, mix the pork (or chorizo) with all remaining ingredients until evenly combined.
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Prepare an egg wash using one egg and 1 Tbsp milk. Whisk well and set aside.
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Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Assemble the Sausage Rolls
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Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Roll slightly to form a large rectangle. Cut the pastry in half lengthwise to create two long strips, then roll each strip into long rectangles about 5 inches wide.
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Place the sausage mixture down the centre of each rectangle, running the full length of the pastry. Leave at least 1 inch of pastry on each side for sealing.
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Brush one exposed edge with egg wash, then roll the pastry into a log, pressing gently to seal. Flip seam-side down so the egg wash holds it closed.
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Cut into approximately 2-inch pieces and transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
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Brush the tops with egg wash and sprinkle with sesame seeds, if desired.
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Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown and the sausage is cooked through.
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Let cool slightly before serving. Drizzle with hot honey and serve warm.
ENJOY!