Potato pies, vegan

Vegan Potato Pie Recipe

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Baking time: 40 minutes
Total time: 1 hour
Number of servings: 6 pies

Looking for a simple and delicious recipe for a dessert or appetizer? Vegan potato pies are the perfect choice! These pies are not only quick to make but also very tasty, ideal for those who are fasting as well as for all lovers of traditional dishes. Here’s how you can prepare them step by step.

Ingredients:

For the dough:
- 500 g flour
- 300 ml warm water
- 10 g dry yeast or 25 g fresh yeast
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar

For the filling:
- 700 g potatoes
- 2 tablespoons oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste

Preparation:

1. Preparing the dough: In a large bowl, add the flour, yeast, salt, and sugar. Mix the dry ingredients well to combine. Make a well in the center of the mixture and gradually pour in the warm water, stirring with a wooden spoon. This step is essential to achieve a uniform dough.

2. Kneading the dough: Once the water is incorporated, knead the dough for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes elastic and smooth. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour, but avoid overdoing it; a dough that is too dry will result in tough pies.

3. Proofing the dough: Cover the bowl with a damp towel or plastic wrap and place it in a warm spot to rise for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.

4. Preparing the filling: Meanwhile, prepare the filling. Peel the potatoes, cut them into cubes, and boil them in a pot of salted water. Cook until very soft, about 15-20 minutes. After boiling, drain well and mash them as for puree. Add oil, salt, and pepper to taste, mixing well.

5. Assembling the pies: Once the dough has risen, divide it into 6 equal pieces. On a surface sprinkled with a little flour or greased with oil, roll each piece into a thin rectangle. On half of each sheet, place a layer of potato filling, leaving the edges free. Fold the other half over the filling and press the edges well to seal the pie.

6. Frying the pies: In a deep pan, add enough oil to fry the pies. Heat the oil over medium heat. Fry each pie on both sides until golden and crispy, about 3-4 minutes on each side. Use a spatula to carefully turn them.

7. Serving: After frying, remove the pies onto an absorbent towel to remove excess oil. Vegan potato pies can be served hot or cold, plain or with a garlic sauce. This combination gives them a delicious and aromatic touch.

Practical tips:
- If you want to add a touch of flavor to the filling, you can add sautéed onions or freshly chopped dill to the potato puree.
- You can experiment with other fillings, such as cabbage or mushrooms, to diversify the recipe.
- Make sure the oil is well heated before adding the pies to achieve a crispy crust.

Enjoy these vegan potato pies, a traditional Romanian dish, perfect for any occasion! Join the contest "Romanian Dishes for Fasting Days" and share this recipe with your friends!

 Ingredients: Dough: * 500 g flour * 300 ml warm water * 10 g dry yeast / 25 g fresh * 2 teaspoons salt * 1 teaspoon sugar Filling: * 700 g potatoes * 2 tablespoons oil * salt, pepper

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