🥐 Savory Beef Breakfast Pastries

Flaky puff pastry filled with spiced beef, onions, and melted cheese—perfect for a hearty, grab-and-go breakfast.

Time

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes

Servings

Makes 6–8 pastries

 Ingredients

For the Filling:

300g ground beef 

1 small onion, finely chopped 

2 cloves garlic, minced 

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 teaspoon paprika

½ teaspoon cumin

½ teaspoon black pepper

½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)

½ teaspoon oregano (optional)

2 tablespoons tomato paste

2 tablespoons chopped parsley 

100g shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella) 

For the Pastry:

1 sheet puff pastry (thawed if frozen)

1 egg (for egg wash) 

1 tablespoon milk

Instructions

1. Prepare the Filling

Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.

Add chopped onion and cook until soft (about 3–4 minutes).

Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

Add ground beef and cook until browned.

Mix in paprika, cumin, salt, pepper, oregano, and tomato paste.

Cook for another 2–3 minutes until well combined.

Remove from heat and stir in parsley.

Let the mixture cool slightly, then add shredded cheese.

2. Prepare the Pastry

Preheat oven to 200°C (390°F).

Roll out puff pastry on a lightly floured surface.

Cut into rectangles or squares (depending on your preferred shape).

3. Assemble

Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each pastry piece.

Fold over (triangle or rectangle) and seal edges with a fork.

Transfer to a baking tray lined with parchment paper.

4. Bake

Beat egg with milk and brush over pastries.

Bake for 20–25 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.

Tips for Best Results

Let the filling cool before assembling to keep pastry flaky.

Add a pinch of chili flakes if you like a spicy kick 

You can prepare the filling the night before for faster mornings.

Serving Ideas

Serve with yogurt sauce or ketchup

Pair with fresh juice or coffee 

Great for breakfast, brunch, or even lunchboxes