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Crispy Spring Pork Baked Bites

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These crispy spring pork baked bites feature a flaky, buttery pastry wrapped around juicy, savory pork with fresh spring herbs. Perfect for snacking or parties, they are quick, easy, and delicious.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (315 grams) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (227 grams) cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
  • ½ cup (120 ml) ice-cold water, plus extra if needed
  • 1 tsp (5 grams) salt
  • 1 pound (450 grams) ground pork, preferably fresh and lean
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped (optional)
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • ½ tsp ground black pepper
  • ½ tsp salt, or to taste
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil, for sautéing
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. Make the Pastry Dough: In a large bowl, combine 2 ½ cups (315 g) flour and 1 tsp salt. Add the cold, cubed butter. Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, quickly cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits. Add ½ cup (120 ml) ice-cold water gradually, stirring gently until the dough just comes together. If it feels too dry, add a teaspoon more water at a time. Wrap the dough in plastic and chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Prepare the Pork Filling: While the dough chills, heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add finely chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook another minute until fragrant. Add 1 pound (450 g) ground pork, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes. Stir in soy sauce, chopped parsley, chives, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  3. Roll Out the Dough: Remove dough from fridge and place on a lightly floured surface. Roll it out to about ⅛ inch (3 mm) thick. Try to keep it roughly rectangular for easy cutting.
  4. Assemble the Baked Bites: Cut dough into 3-inch (7.5 cm) squares. Place about 1 tablespoon of pork filling in the center of each square. Fold the dough over to form a triangle or rectangle, pressing edges firmly to seal. Use a fork to crimp the edges, which helps prevent leakage during baking.
  5. Apply Egg Wash: Beat 1 egg in a small bowl. Brush the tops of each pastry bite with the egg wash to achieve a glossy, golden finish.
  6. Bake: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the bites on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch (2.5 cm) apart. Bake for 18-22 minutes until golden brown and crisp. Keep an eye near the end—you want that perfect flaky crust without burning.
  7. Cool & Serve: Let the bites cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Keep ingredients cold for flaky pastry. Don’t overwork the dough. Roll evenly and seal edges well to prevent leaks. Use egg wash for a golden crust. If dough is sticky, chill before rolling. Avoid overfilling to keep bites neat. Reheat in oven to maintain crispiness; avoid microwave.

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