{"id":132747,"date":"2026-01-25T00:20:39","date_gmt":"2026-01-25T00:20:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.amourdecuisine.fr\/?p=132747"},"modified":"2026-05-18T21:34:46","modified_gmt":"2026-05-18T20:34:46","slug":"algerian-bourek-laadjine-crispy-fried-beef-empanadas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.amourdecuisine.fr\/en\/article-algerian-bourek-laadjine-crispy-fried-beef-empanadas.html","title":{"rendered":"Algerian Bourek Laadjine : Crispy Fried beef Empanadas"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

These Algerian Bourek Laadjine are crisp, golden beef empanadas with a tender, shortcrust-style dough. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Serve them as a Ramadan starter or snack, with lemon and herbs, and follow the tips for perfect sealing and crunch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Algerian Bourek Laadjine (Fried Beef Empanadas) : Crispy Ramadan Pastels<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bourek Laadjine are Algeria\u2019s answer to beef empanadas, and they always steal the show during Ramadan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unlike classic boureks made with thin brick sheets (spring rolls pastry wrappers), these are wrapped in a shortcrust-style dough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It fries into a shell that\u2019s crisp on the outside while staying tender and buttery inside, with a satisfying \u201cbite\u201d that holds its shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The filling is generous and comforting: minced beef warmed with spices, then bound with egg so each pastry cuts cleanly and stays neatly sealed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A squeeze of lemon brightens everything and keeps them from feeling heavy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Serve them as a starter alongside chorba<\/a>, as a side with a crunchy salad<\/a>, or simply as a snack straight from the platter. Hot, golden, and impossible to resist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Ingredients for Algerian Bourek Laadjine (Beef Empanadas)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For the dough<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  • 3 cups all-purpose flour<\/strong> : the base for a dough that rolls out smoothly and seals well.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 1 cup fine semolina (semouline)<\/strong>: adds a lightly sandy texture and a crisp bite once cooked.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 1 egg<\/strong>: binds and strengthens the dough.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 1\/2 cup oil<\/strong>: gives tenderness and a melt-in-the-mouth finish.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Salt<\/strong>: boosts flavour.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • A little water<\/strong>: add gradually until the dough is smooth and pliable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    for the filling<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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    • 300 g minced beef<\/strong>: choose a not-too-fat mince to avoid an oily filling.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • 1 onion<\/strong>: adds sweetness and moisture when saut\u00e9ed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • 2 garlic cloves<\/strong>: brings depth of flavour.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • 2 tbsp oil<\/strong>: for saut\u00e9ing and good browning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Salt + spices<\/strong> (black pepper, cinnamon, cumin, ground coriander)<\/em>: adjust to taste.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • 2 eggs<\/strong>: helps the filling hold together, making it easier to stuff and seal.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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      Step-by-Step Instructions  for an Easy Bourek Laadjine)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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      • Make the dough<\/strong>\n
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        • Mix flour, fine semolina, and salt<\/strong> in a large bowl.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Add oil<\/strong>, then rub between your fingertips until the mixture looks sandy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Add 1 egg<\/strong> and mix again.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Hydrate and rest<\/strong>\n
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          • Add water little by little<\/strong>, mixing each time, until you get a smooth, soft, non-sticky<\/strong> dough.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Cover and rest for 15-20 minutes<\/strong> (it rolls out much easier).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Cook the filling<\/strong>\n
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            • Heat 2 tbsp oil<\/strong> in a pan. Saut\u00e9 onion and garlic<\/strong> until soft and lightly golden.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Add minced beef<\/strong>, salt<\/strong>, and spices<\/strong>. Cook, stirring, until the beef is done.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • If needed, add a tiny splash of water<\/strong>, then let it cook off so the filling isn\u2019t wet.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Stir in parsley if you like<\/strong>, then add beaten eggs<\/strong> and cook briefly until just set.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Remove from heat and let it cool<\/strong> (hot filling softens dough and weakens seals).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Shape the pastries<\/strong>\n
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              • Roll the dough on a lightly floured surface to 3-5 mm<\/strong> thickness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Place a spoon of filling away from the edge<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Fold over, then press firmly<\/strong> to seal.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Trim with a pastry wheel<\/strong> (or cut with a bowl), then crimp with a fork<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Fry<\/strong>\n
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                • Fry in hot oil<\/strong> until deep golden<\/strong>, turning once.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Drain on paper towels and serve warm<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                  Fried Beef Empanadas on video<\/h2>\n\n\n\n