Follow these steps for perfect results
Green peas (Matar)
boiled
Sweet corn
boiled
Paneer (Homemade Cottage Cheese)
finely grated
Ginger
chopped
Sunflower Oil
All Purpose Pie Crust
Cumin seeds (Jeera)
Asafoetida (hing)
Green Chutney (Coriander & Mint)
Coriander Powder (Dhania)
Garam masala powder
Red Chilli powder
Fennel Powder
Amchur (Dry Mango Powder)
Black pepper powder
Salt
Prepare all ingredients: boil corn and peas, chop ginger, and grate paneer.
Wrap pie dough in cling film and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Coarsely grind peas and corn with ginger, green chutney (coriander & mint) in a food processor.
Heat sunflower oil in a skillet.
Add cumin seeds and asafoetida to the hot oil.
Add the ground peas and corn mixture and sauté until the mixture is dry, stirring occasionally.
Add red chili powder, coriander powder, fennel seed powder, garam masala powder, amchur, salt, and black pepper.
Add paneer and stir-fry to mix well. Turn off the heat and let the mixture cool down.
Preheat oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit (232 degrees Celsius) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Roll the dough between two parchment paper sheets.
Cut into disc shapes of the same size.
Stuff with the filling, leaving the edges clean.
Apply water to the edges.
Cover with another piece of circular rolled dough.
Seal the edges with a fork dipped in flour.
Give a cross cut in the center of each pie.
Bake in the oven for 8-12 minutes, rotating the tray midway through baking, until golden brown.
If the dough starts loosening up while rolling, refrigerate for half an hour until it hardens back.
Serve the hand pies with a low-fat vegetable dip and a spinach, dates & banana smoothie.
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.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 mins
The filling can be made a day ahead.
Arrange the hand pies on a plate and garnish with fresh coriander.
Serve warm with chutney or dip.
Serve as a snack or appetizer.
The spices in the chai complement the flavors of the hand pies.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Fusion of Indian flavors in a Western pastry.
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