Transport your taste buds to the comforting heart of German-inspired cuisine with *Nana's Bierox German Hamburgers Bierocks*. These homemade savory pockets are a delightful combination of soft, pillowy bread dough and a hearty filling of ground beef, tender cabbage, and aromatic onions, seasoned just right with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. The from-scratch dough, enriched with warm milk, butter, and a touch of sugar, encases the flavorful filling, creating golden-brown, handheld delights perfect for cozy dinners or on-the-go meals. With simple ingredients and step-by-step instructions, this recipe makes 12 satisfying servings, offering a nostalgic blend of tradition and flavor in every bite. Whether you know them as bierocks, bierox, or German hamburgers, this homestyle dish is a must-try for fans of comfort food and baked goods!
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Begin by preparing the dough. In a large bowl, combine 3 cups of all-purpose flour, sugar, and dry yeast.
Heat the milk until warm but not hot (approximately 110°F). Add warm milk, melted butter, and a beaten egg to the dry ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms.
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes, adding the remaining 0.5 cup of flour a little at a time until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
Grease a large bowl with vegetable oil, place the dough inside, and cover with a clean kitchen towel. Allow it to rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
While the dough is rising, prepare the filling. Finely chop the cabbage and onion.
In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef and drain any excess grease.
Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until soft. Stir in the cabbage, salt, pepper, and garlic powder, cooking until the cabbage is tender (about 10 minutes). Let the mixture cool slightly.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 12 equal pieces.
Roll out each piece of dough on a floured surface into a circle about 6-7 inches wide.
Place a heaping spoonful of the beef and cabbage mixture in the center of each dough circle.
Fold the edges of the dough over the filling, pinching to seal completely. Place each sealed dough ball seam-side down on a greased baking sheet.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Allow the assembled bierocks to rest for 15 minutes to slightly rise again.
Bake the bierocks in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.
Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving. Serve warm and enjoy!
Serving size | (2262.2g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 4667.3 |
Total Fat 239.5g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 102.3g | 0% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.4g | |
Cholesterol 970.8mg | 0% |
Sodium 4442.2mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 423.5g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 24.2g | 0% |
Total Sugars 81.1g | |
Protein 220.7g | 0% |
Vitamin D 151.8IU | 0% |
Calcium 667.1mg | 0% |
Iron 37.8mg | 0% |
Potassium 4080.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories