Bosanska Krompiruša sa Mesom
A hearty and flavorful Bosnian potato pie made with thinly sliced potatoes and seasoned ground meat, baked to golden perfection.
🧂 Ingredients
- 400 g All-purpose flour
- 200 ml Water(lukewarm)
- 1.5 tsp Salt
- 50 ml Vegetable oil(for dough and greasing)
- 300 g Ground beef
- 1 medium Onion(finely chopped)
- 2 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 1 tsp Black pepper(ground)
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 800 g Potatoes(peeled and thinly sliced)
- 1 large Egg(for brushing)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine flour and 1 tsp salt. Gradually add lukewarm water and 25ml of vegetable oil, mixing until a soft dough forms. Knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth. Cover and let rest for 30 minutes.
- 2
While the dough rests, prepare the meat filling. In a skillet, heat 25ml of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- 3
Add ground beef to the skillet. Break it up with a spoon and cook until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- 4
Stir in the remaining 0.5 tsp salt, black pepper, and paprika. Cook for another 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- 5
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Grease a baking dish (approx. 9x13 inches) with vegetable oil.
- 6
Divide the dough into two portions, one slightly larger than the other. Roll out the larger portion thinly to fit the bottom and sides of the greased baking dish.
- 7
Layer half of the thinly sliced potatoes over the dough base. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- 8
Spread the meat filling evenly over the potato layer.
- 9
Layer the remaining sliced potatoes over the meat. Season again with salt and pepper.
- 10
Roll out the second portion of dough thinly and place it over the top layer of potatoes. Tuck in the edges and crimp to seal.
- 11
Whisk the egg and brush it over the top of the krompiruša. You can score the top with a knife.
- 12
Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the potatoes are tender.
- 13
Let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Slice the potatoes very thinly for even cooking.
- ✓Ensure the meat filling is not too wet to avoid a soggy bottom crust.
- ✓You can add a tablespoon of sour cream to the meat mixture for extra moisture and flavor.
🔄 Variations
- Make a vegetarian version by omitting the meat and adding more cheese or sautéed mushrooms.
- Add a layer of finely chopped leeks or onions between the potato layers.