Japanese Curry Turnovers
Crispy little turnovers hiding a comforting curry filling.
- Prep time: 25 minutes
- Cook time: 20 minutes
Looking for an original appetizer that's off the beaten path? These Japanese curry turnovers marry the French tradition of puff pastry with Japan's gentle, spiced flavors. The result? Golden, crispy little bites that hide a tender heart of curry vegetables.
Ingredients
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carrots
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potatoes
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onions
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water
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olive oil
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puff pastry
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japanese curry
Ex. S&B Golden Curry (Asian section of supermarkets)
Recipe steps
Prepare the curry
In a saucepan over medium-high heat, heat the oil and add the finely chopped onions. Cook for 2 minutes. Add the potatoes and carrots cut into small dice, continue cooking for 5 minutes.
Simmer the vegetables
Pour in the water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let simmer for 15 minutes. Stir in the Japanese curry mix and continue cooking for 10 minutes. Let cool.
Prepare the turnovers
Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F). On a baking sheet, cut the puff pastry into squares (1 sheet makes about 4 squares). Using a spoon, fill half of the squares with the cooled curry mixture.
Assemble and bake
Cover with the remaining pastry squares and seal the edges well with a fork. Bake for 20 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown. Serve hot!
Tips and variations
- No Japanese curry on hand? Replace it with a mix of curry powder, turmeric, and a little honey to recreate that characteristic sweetness.
- For a more indulgent version, add some peas or sliced button mushrooms to the mixture.
Anti-waste tips
Don’t throw away puff pastry scraps! You can use them to:
- Make little appetizer cookies sprinkled with sesame seeds
- Create cheese twists to accompany soup
- Freeze them for future use in a quiche or tart
