🌶 Making Chudu: Traditional Azerbaijani Meat Pastry Recipe

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is lower in saturated fat.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Greek yogurt adds protein and reduces calories.

meat

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: beans

Tofu provides protein while being plant-based.

sesame seeds

🥗Healthier: flaxseeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Flaxseeds are rich in omega-3 fatty acids.

In a large bowl, combine 3 cups of flour, 1 tablespoon of yeast, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 tablespoon of sugar.

Pour in 1 cup of warm water and 1/2 cup of milk, then mix until combined.

Knead the dough until smooth, about 5-7 minutes.

Add 3 tablespoons of melted butter to the dough and knead again until incorporated.

Cover the dough with a cloth and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

In a pan, sauté 1 diced onion and 1/4 cup of chopped fresh herbs until fragrant.

Add 1 cup of cooked meat and 1 teaspoon of spices to the onion mixture, mixing well.

Roll out the risen dough on a floured surface into a thin circle.

Spread the filling evenly over half of the dough circle, leaving a border.

Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape and seal the edges by pressing firmly with a fork.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Place the chudu on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Brush the top with 1 beaten egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

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