Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

0/16 checked
4
servings
0.5 cup

Green peas (Matar)

boiled

0.5 cup

Sweet corn

boiled

0.5 cup

Paneer (Homemade Cottage Cheese)

finely grated

0.5 inch

Ginger

chopped

1 tbsp

Sunflower Oil

1 unit

All Purpose Pie Crust

1 tsp

Cumin seeds (Jeera)

1 pinch

Asafoetida (hing)

2 tsp

Green Chutney (Coriander & Mint)

1 tsp

Coriander Powder (Dhania)

0.5 tsp

Garam masala powder

1 tsp

Red Chilli powder

1 tsp

Fennel Powder

0.5 tsp

Amchur (Dry Mango Powder)

0.5 tsp

Black pepper powder

1 unit

Salt

Step 1
~3 min

Prepare all ingredients: boil corn and peas, chop ginger, and grate paneer.

Step 2
~3 min

Wrap pie dough in cling film and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Step 3
~3 min

Coarsely grind peas and corn with ginger, green chutney (coriander & mint) in a food processor.

Step 4
~3 min

Heat sunflower oil in a skillet.

Step 5
~3 min

Add cumin seeds and asafoetida to the hot oil.

Step 6
~3 min

Add the ground peas and corn mixture and sauté until the mixture is dry, stirring occasionally.

Step 7
~3 min

Add red chili powder, coriander powder, fennel seed powder, garam masala powder, amchur, salt, and black pepper.

Step 8
~3 min

Add paneer and stir-fry to mix well. Turn off the heat and let the mixture cool down.

Step 9
~3 min

Preheat oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit (232 degrees Celsius) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.

Step 10
~3 min

Roll the dough between two parchment paper sheets.

Step 11
~3 min

Cut into disc shapes of the same size.

Step 12
~3 min

Stuff with the filling, leaving the edges clean.

Step 13
~3 min

Apply water to the edges.

Step 14
~3 min

Cover with another piece of circular rolled dough.

Step 15
~3 min

Seal the edges with a fork dipped in flour.

Step 16
~3 min

Give a cross cut in the center of each pie.

Step 17
~3 min

Bake in the oven for 8-12 minutes, rotating the tray midway through baking, until golden brown.

Step 18
~3 min

If the dough starts loosening up while rolling, refrigerate for half an hour until it hardens back.

Step 19
~3 min

Serve the hand pies with a low-fat vegetable dip and a spinach, dates & banana smoothie.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure the filling is not too moist to prevent a soggy crust.

Brush the hand pies with milk or egg wash before baking for a golden finish.

Add a sprinkle of sesame seeds on top for added flavor and texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The filling can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with chutney or dip.

Serve as a snack or appetizer.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Low Fat Vegetable Dip Recipe with Herbs
Spinach Dates & Banana Smoothie Recipe

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

India (inspired)

Cultural Significance

Fusion of Indian flavors in a Western pastry.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Diwali
Holi

Occasion Tags

Party
Snack
Appetizer
Evening Snack

Popularity Score

65/100

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