**An Exploration of Pastechis: A Culinary Journey into the Caribbean's Beloved Meat Turnovers**
Embark on a tantalizing culinary journey to the Caribbean, where the irresistible aromas of savory Pastechis fill the air. These delectable meat turnovers, expertly crafted with flaky pastry and succulent fillings, hold a special place in the hearts of Caribbean cuisine enthusiasts.
Our carefully curated collection of Pastechi recipes offers a symphony of flavors, ranging from the classic beef and potato filling to the unique seafood and vegetarian options. Each recipe is a testament to the culinary heritage of the Caribbean, passed down through generations and perfected over time.
Whether you're a seasoned cook looking to expand your culinary repertoire or a novice yearning to explore the vibrant flavors of Caribbean cooking, our Pastechi recipes are the perfect starting point. Let your taste buds dance to the rhythm of the Caribbean as you delve into the culinary wonders of these delectable meat turnovers.
PASTECHI PASTRY DOUGH
Antillean meat turnover pastry...I posted the recipe for the filling separately. These are a real taste treat for my family and reminds us of our time living on the southern Caribbean island of Bonaire. There is time and effort involved, but the results are worth it! Prep time includes resting time for pastry.
Provided by SilentCricket
Categories Meat
Time 1h15m
Yield 60 cocktail pastechis
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix dry ingredients with butter.
- Slowly add liquid.
- Knead to a smooth ball and let stand 20 minutes.
- Roll out thinly on lightly floured board.
- Cut into rounds using biscuit cutter or glass.
- Place 1 generous tsp of Pastechi filling (recipe posted separately) onto rounds.
- Fold rounds in half; seal and crimp edges.
- Fry in oil until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels.
- Serve warm and with ketchup, if desired.
- ***recipemay be halved.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 98.1, Fat 2.7, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 12.6, Sodium 164.5, Carbohydrate 16, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 1.5, Protein 2.2
BIEROCKS (GERMAN MEAT TURNOVERS)
Pastry baked with a savory beef, onion, and cabbage filling. This is a recipe from my friend's aunt. She served it during Oktoberfest.
Provided by Diane Hankins
Categories Breads
Time 1h
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Saute beef, onion and garlic, salt and lemon pepper in a large skillet over medium high heat, until beef is browned. Add cabbage, Worcestershire sauce and caraway seeds. Cook until cabbage is limp; drain liquid from mixture.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees Celsius.
- On a lightly floured board, roll each loaf of dough into a 12 inch circle. Cut each circle into 6 wedges. Spoon cabbage/beef filling onto center of each dough piece, dividing equally.
- Pull three points of each wedge up to the center and pinch to seal. Place bierocks on a lightly greased cookie sheet. If desired, brush dough with melted butter or egg wash (1 egg white with 2 tablespoons water).
- Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until golden brown. Serve hot, or wrap and freeze for heating later.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 170.2, Fat 13.4, SaturatedFat 7.1, Cholesterol 46, Sodium 422.1, Carbohydrate 5, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 2.6, Protein 8
MOROCCAN MEAT TURNOVERS
Make and share this Moroccan Meat Turnovers recipe from Food.com.
Provided by james9012345
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F Lina a cookie sheet with parchment paper; set aside.
- In a small bowl, lightly beat the egg with 1 tablespoon water. Set aside.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 5 minutes, until shiny. Add the chopped garlic, chopped tomato, and tomato paste. Saute for 3 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, combine the ground meat, minced garlic, parsley, cumin, paprika, cinamon, cayenne pepper, salt, pepper, and ginfer. Mix well.
- Add the meat mixture to the pan. Saute for 4 minutes.
- On a sheet of parchment paper, slightly roll out each puff pastry square. spoon 2 heaping tablespoons of meat mixture into the center of each square. Brush the enges with egg mixture and sprinkle the sesame seeds.
- Bake for 25 minutes, until pastry is puffed and golden.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 845.5, Fat 59.9, SaturatedFat 15.6, Cholesterol 91.4, Sodium 518.2, Carbohydrate 55.9, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 3.3, Protein 21.2
GROUND BEEF TURNOVERS
Meet the Cook: Traditional meat pies aren't among my husband's favorites. He likes these so much, however, that he even eats them cold! I've found they're a great lunch for a haying crew as well. Brian and I have a son, 11 months. -Wendy Tomlinson, Echo Bay, Ontario
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h5m
Yield 15 turnovers.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar and salt; cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In a small bowl, combine the water, egg and vinegar. Add to shortening mixture, 1 tablespoon at a time, tossing lightly with a fork until mixture forms a ball. Cover and chill for 30 minutes., Meanwhile, combine the first six filling ingredients. Divide pastry into 15 equal portions. On a lightly floured surface, roll out one portion into a 6-1/2-in. circle. , Mound a heaping 1/3 cup filling on half of circle. Moisten edges with water; fold dough over filling and press edges with a fork to seal. Transfer to a greased baking sheet. Repeat with remaining pastry and filling. , Cut three slits in the top of each turnover; brush with cream. Bake at 375° for 35-40 minutes or until vegetables are tender and crust is golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 449 calories, Fat 27g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 520mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 16g protein.
PASTICHO, AN ALBANIAN RECIPE!
Make and share this Pasticho, an Albanian Recipe! recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Verelucky
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 1h
Yield 6 4-6, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F Spread glass pan with butter. Cook spaghetti according to directions on box and drain.
- In a lg bowl add 3 eggs, feta cheese and milk, mix together.
- Place cooked spaghetti into a 9x12 glass baking dish.
- Add in egg/cheese and milk mixture.
- If spaghetti isn't covered, add in more milk and mix until milk is just covering spaghetti is covered. Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes approximately Let cool for 10 and serve. Also good cold!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 564.7, Fat 21.6, SaturatedFat 12.1, Cholesterol 215.8, Sodium 548.6, Carbohydrate 62.4, Sugar 1.8, Protein 29.1
Tips:
- For a flaky crust, use a combination of butter and vegetable shortening. - Make sure your butter and shortening are very cold before you start working with them. - Work the dough quickly and gently, so as not to overwork it. - If the dough is too dry, add a little bit of water. If the dough is too wet, add a little bit of flour. - Roll the dough out to a thickness of about 1/8 inch. - Cut the dough into circles using a biscuit cutter or a glass. - Fill each circle of dough with a spoonful of filling. - Fold the dough over the filling and seal the edges. - Bake the pastechi in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown. - Let the pastechi cool slightly before serving.Conclusion:
Pastechis are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They can be filled with a variety of different ingredients, so you can customize them to your own taste. With their flaky crust and savory filling, pastechi are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.
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