Description
These Chicken Curry Puffs are a savory, crispy pastry filled with a flavorful chicken curry mixture. With a blend of spices like curry powder, turmeric, and cumin, these golden puffs make the perfect appetizer or snack for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 3 tablespoons canola oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2/3 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 sheets puff pastry
- 1 egg, beaten with 1 tablespoon water to make an egg wash
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large skillet, heat the canola oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the ground chicken to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the curry powder, turmeric, cumin, sugar, black pepper, and salt, cooking for another 2 minutes to allow the spices to bloom.
- Pour in the chicken broth, and bring to a simmer. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with a little water to form a slurry. Add the slurry to the skillet, stirring until the mixture thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and let the filling cool for a few minutes.
- Roll out the puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface. Cut each sheet into 4 squares, making 8 total.
- Place a spoonful of the chicken curry mixture into the center of each square. Fold the corners to form a triangle, sealing the edges with a fork.
- Brush each pastry with the egg wash, then sprinkle with sesame seeds.
- Place the filled puffs onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and serve warm. Enjoy!
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of chili flakes or diced jalapeños to the filling.
- These curry puffs can be made ahead of time and frozen before baking. To bake from frozen, add an extra 5-7 minutes to the cooking time.
- Try swapping out ground chicken for ground turkey or beef for a different variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 puff
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 25mg