Aguja de Ternera

Veal in Puff Pastry
If you have access to quality veal, you can enjoy these crispy puff pastries with a delicious veal filling. Aguja de Ternera is widely popular throughout Spain, and many places offer them ready-made.
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Ingredients

Makes: 10 pastries

  • 2¾ pounds puff pastry dough homemade or store-bought
  • 1 recipe Veal Filling from Veal and Chorizo Turnovers [Tapas]

Instructions

  • Prepare the pastry if necessary.
  • Also, prepare the veal filling as directed in step 2 of the recipe.
  • Place an oven rack in the upper-middle position and preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • Roll out the pastry into 2 (25 x 15-inch) rectangles that are ⅛ inch thick.
  • Cut each rectangle into 5 (5 x 3-inch) rectangles.
  • Place 3 tablespoons of the veal filling along the length of each pastry rectangle.
  • Fold up the sides and ends and press to seal.
  • Place them seam side down on a cookie sheet.
  • Bake for about 15 minutes or until they turn golden.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Serve the veal in puff pastry hot or at room temperature. Enjoy!
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