Description
Delicious and flavorful beef sausage rolls made with ground beef, jalapeños, and a blend of cheddar and parmesan cheese, wrapped in flaky puff pastry. These sausage rolls are perfect for parties or a hearty snack, offering a spicy kick with the jalapeños and a rich cheesy taste.
Ingredients
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Filling
- 1 small onion, peeled, whole
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 500g (1 lb) beef mince (ground beef), preferably fattier
- 1 egg
- 2 garlic cloves, minced or finely grated
- 1 beef stock cube, crumbled (or 1/2 tsp cooking salt/kosher salt)
- 1/2 tsp cooking salt/kosher salt (halve if using table salt, increase by 25% for flakes)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/3 cup pickled jalapeño, roughly chopped (~3mm)
- 1 1/2 cups (150g) cheddar cheese, shredded (or cheese of choice)
- 1/2 cup (50g) parmesan cheese, shredded
Pastry and Topping
- 2 sheets frozen puff pastry (butter-based preferred, 24cm / 9.5″ squares)
- 1 egg, separated
- 1 tsp white sesame seeds
- 1/2 tsp black sesame seeds (or more white sesame seeds)
To Serve
- Aussie tomato sauce or ketchup
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: Place the whole peeled onion in a food processor and blitz until finely chopped. Add the panko breadcrumbs, beef mince, egg, minced garlic, crumbled beef stock cube or salt, cooking salt, black pepper, chopped pickled jalapeños, shredded cheddar, and shredded parmesan. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined. This mixture forms the savory, spicy sausage roll filling.
- Assemble the Sausage Rolls: Thaw puff pastry sheets until pliable but still cool. Roll out each pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface to smooth. Divide the beef mixture evenly along the center of each pastry sheet, shaping it into a long log. Brush the edges of the pastry with the egg white to help seal. Fold the pastry over the filling and press the edges together firmly to seal completely. Cut into desired sizes: jumbo rolls or smaller party-sized portions.
- Prepare for Baking: Place the sausage rolls seam-side down on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops with the egg yolk to create a glossy finish and sprinkle evenly with white and black sesame seeds for added texture and flavor.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Bake the sausage rolls for approximately 45-50 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and crisp, and the filling is cooked through. Check for doneness by ensuring the internal meat is no longer pink.
- Serve: Allow sausage rolls to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm with Aussie tomato sauce or ketchup for dipping. Enjoy them as a hearty snack or party appetizer.
Notes
- Note 1: Panko breadcrumbs add a lighter texture to the sausage filling compared to regular breadcrumbs.
- Note 2: Adjust the amount of jalapeño to your preferred spice level.
- Note 3: Cheddar cheese is recommended for its melting properties and flavor, but other types of cheese can be used depending on your preference.
- Note 4: Butter-based puff pastry gives a richer flavor and flakier texture than other types.
- Note 6: Yield can be 4 jumbo sausage rolls or approximately 16 party-sized rolls depending on cutting preference.
