Description
A delicious treat made with spiced spinach and potatoes, encased in flaky pastry.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
- Salt, to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 package (14 oz) refrigerated pie crusts (2 crusts)
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Sesame seeds, for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a medium pot, boil the diced potatoes in salted water until tender, about 10-15 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in the chopped spinach, cumin, coriander, turmeric, red chili powder, and salt. Cook until the spinach is wilted, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the boiled potatoes and lemon juice to the skillet, mixing well to combine. Remove from heat and let the filling cool slightly.
- Roll out the pie crusts on a lightly floured surface. Cut out circles about 6 inches in diameter.
- Place a generous spoonful of the filling in the center of each circle. Fold the crust over to create a half-moon shape and crimp the edges to seal.
- Place the pasties on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops with the beaten egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, substitute the egg wash with a mixture of plant-based milk and a pinch of turmeric for color.
- Add cooked chickpeas or lentils to the filling for extra protein and texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pasty
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg