Tepertős Pogácsa

Hungarian Pork Crackling Biscuits (makes ~12 pieces) 

Flaky, savory scones packed with rich pork cracklings – a traditional Hungarian treat 

Ingredients:

• 200 g all-purpose flour
• 100 g ground pork cracklings (or substitute with crispy bacon bits)
• 100 ml lukewarm milk
• 15 g fresh yeast (or 5 g dry yeast)
• 1 whole egg
• 40 g soft butter or lard
• 1 tsp salt
• A pinch of sugar
• 1 egg yolk (for brushing)

Instructions:

1. In the lukewarm milk, dissolve the sugar and yeast. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.

2. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, soft butter, egg, cracklings, and the yeast mixture.

Knead into a soft, elastic dough.

3. Cover and let it rise in a warm place for 30–40 minutes.

4.Roll out the dough to about 1–1.5 cm thick, then fold it into thirds like a letter. Let it rest for

15 minutes.

5. Roll it out again and cut out rounds using a biscuit cutter or a glass.

6. Brush the tops with egg yolk and bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) until golden

brown (about 20–25 minutes).

TIP: You can sprinkle the tops with grated cheese or caraway seeds before baking for extra flavor.