Malay Style Curry Puff

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 13
Malay-Style Curry Puff - A Spicy and Savory Snack
in Appetizer

Prep

45 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

75 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

200 g plain flour
100 ml water , mixed with
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon shortening or 1 tablespoon margarine
100 g plain flour
75 g margarine or 75 g shortening
220 g potatoes ( cubed )
100 g big onions ( cubed )
2 tablespoons curry powder
1 tablespoon fried chili paste ( chilli boh )
1 sprig curry leaf ( optional )
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
salt , to taste
sugar , to taste
light soy sauce , to taste
1 dash pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
268
Sugar
2g
Fat
16g
The Malay-style curry puff is a popular snack in Southeast Asia, especially in Malaysia and Singapore. It's believed to have originated from Indian samosas and British Cornish pasties, but has evolved over time to become a unique fusion dish. The filling typically consists of potatoes, onions, and a mixture of spices, such as curry powder and chili paste. The dough is traditionally made with wheat flour and shortening, but can be modified to use alternative flours or fats. These curry puffs are often sold in local bakeries and street food stalls, but can also be made at home for a satisfying snack anytime of the day.

Instructions

1.In a large mixing bowl, combine 200g of plain flour, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1 tablespoon of shortening or margarine. Gradually add 100ml of water and knead into a smooth dough. Set aside in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
2.In a pan, fry 75g of margarine or shortening until melted. Add in 100g of cubed big onions and fry until fragrant. Add in 2 tablespoons of curry powder, 1 tablespoon of fried chili paste, and a sprig of curry leaves if desired. Stir-fry until the mixture turns aromatic.
3.Add in 220g of cubed potatoes and fry until they turn slightly mushy. Add in 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce, salt, sugar, light soy sauce, and pepper to taste. Stir-fry for a few more minutes.
4.Preheat the oven to 180°C. Roll out the dough into thin sheets. Cut them into circles using a biscuit cutter. Place a spoonful of the filling on one side of the dough. Fold over the other side and crimp the edges to seal. Brush the top with a beaten egg. Bake for 20-30 minutes, or until golden brown.

PROS

These curry puffs are a delicious and portable snack, perfect for a quick meal on-the-go.

The filling is packed with flavor and has a good balance of spicy and savory taste.

It’s easy to make and can be customized to fit any dietary restrictions or preferences.

CONS

The dough can be time-consuming to prepare if you’re unfamiliar with making pastry from scratch.

If you’re not a fan of spicy food, you may find the filling too overwhelming.

The curry puffs can be high in calories and fat, especially if you use a lot of oil or shortening in frying the filling.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite being a fried pastry, this dish contains several healthy ingredients.
Potatoes are a good source of vitamin C, potassium, and fiber.
Curry powder contains various spices and herbs that have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Chili paste is known to improve metabolism and boost immunity.

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