Jul 14 2026
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Pljeskavica Wellington Recipe

Inspired by Chanta
Time1h 30m
Serves4

Our bold Balkan-style beef patty wrapped in golden, flaky bread dough with melted cheese melting through. Served with charred eggplant, sautéed cherry tomatoes, and savory mushrooms for a fusion you'll crave again and again (beef and pork mix)

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Ingredients

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Pljeskavica Patty

Dough

Sautéed Vegetables

Method

Preparing the Pljeskavica Patty

  1. 1

    Mix the Meats

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef and ground pork.

  2. 2

    Add Seasonings

    Add the finely chopped onion, minced garlic, paprika, salt, black pepper, and chopped parsley to the meat mixture. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly combined.

  3. 3

    Incorporate Feta

    Gently fold in the crumbled feta cheese into the meat mixture.

  4. 4

    Form the Patties

    Divide the mixture into equal parts and shape them into thick patties. Set aside.

Making the Dough

  1. 5

    Prepare the Dough

    In a large bowl, mix the all-purpose flour and salt together. Add the cold, cubed butter and mix with your fingers or a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

  2. 6

    Add Water

    Gradually add cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together. Be careful not to overwork the dough.

  3. 7

    Chill the Dough

    Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.

Cooking the Sautéed Vegetables

  1. 8

    Sauté Eggplant

    In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the cubed eggplant and sauté until tender and slightly charred, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, then transfer to a plate.

  2. 9

    Sauté Tomatoes and Mushrooms

    In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil. Add the halved cherry tomatoes and sliced mushrooms. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until the tomatoes are soft and mushrooms are browned. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar, stir, and remove from heat.

Assembling and Baking

  1. 10

    Preheat Oven

    Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).

  2. 11

    Roll Out the Dough

    On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a large rectangle, about 1/4 inch thick.

  3. 12

    Wrap the Patties

    Place the patties in the center of the dough. Fold the dough over the patties, sealing the edges well. Brush the top with the beaten egg.

  4. 13

    Bake

    Place the wrapped patties on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the dough is golden brown.

  5. 14

    Serve

    Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and serve with the sautéed vegetables.

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