Can you make these in the air fryer?

Yes, the air fryer would crisp up the chebureki without the need for additional oil. Just make sure to coat the tray thoroughly with cooking spray to prevent the tortilla from sticking.

Can you bake them instead?

It is not recommended to bake the chebureki because they will not become as crispy. If you do, make sure to flip them halfway through cooking time and generously coat them with oil.

Do you need to cook the meat filling first?

The meat filling does not need to be cooked before assembling the dumplings. Simply spread a thin enough layer of the filling to ensure that it fully cooks during pan-frying.

What is Chebureki in English?

Chebureki are deep-fried turnovers filled with ground or minced meat and onions. It is made with a single round piece of dough folded in a crescent shape over the filling.

Authentic Russian Chebureki Recipe (Deep-fried Turnovers)

Description

Chebureki are traditional Russian comfort foods. Each flavorful, meaty turnover is brimming with traditional Russian flavors. Delicious and simple to prepare!

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb ground beef
1 lb ground pork
½ medium bunch of cilantro, chopped
½ medium bunch of parsley, chopped
1 large bunch of green onion, 1 cup chopped
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
3 Tbsp milk
15 raw tortillas

Instructions

Combine ground pork and ground beef in a mixing bowl with a paddle attachment or by hand.
Combine the cilantro, parsley, and green onion in a mixing bowl. Season with salt, pepper, and milk.
Putting Cherubeki Together:
Melt butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Pour in enough canola to cover the bottom of the pan. To expedite the procedure, use two skillets.
Distribute a heaping tablespoon over half of the tortilla. Spread the meat over half of the tortilla, leaving a 1-inch border on all sides.
Brush water along the entire border of the tortilla, just enough to make it visible that it’s wet; otherwise, the tortilla will not seal.
With a fork, glue the sides together. To prevent the tortillas from opening when frying, flip them over and seal the opposite side with a fork as well.
Cook for 3 minutes per side over medium heat. You may need to alter your heat settings (not all ranges are made equal), but they should cook for around 3 minutes per side. When finished, place them between paper towels.
They can get a little juicy on the inside, so take care not to get a lap-full of liquid when taking a bite.

Notes

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Category: Lunch
Method: None
Cuisine: Russian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 15 servings
Calories: 81kcal
Sugar: 9g
Sodium: 288mg
Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 0
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 11g
Cholesterol: 98mg

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