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Delicious Chicken Curry Puffs Recipe

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Learn to make delicious curry puffs filled with a flavorful chicken and potato curry mixture. This easy recipe includes options for frying or baking, making it perfect for a crispy and satisfying snack or appetizer that your family will surely love. Customize with vegetarian tofu filling or enjoy traditional chicken and egg stuffing with perfectly seasoned curry spices.

Ingredients

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Filling

  • 1 lb Chicken, diced (substitute with tofu for a vegetarian option)
  • 2 medium Potatoes, diced (sweet potatoes can be used as a twist)
  • 2 large Hard-boiled Eggs, chopped (optional)
  • 2 tbsp Curry Powder (adjust according to spice preference)
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

Pastry

  • 1 pack Pastry (store-bought or homemade; whole wheat is a healthier choice)
  • 1 cup Oil (for frying; reduce if baking)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Filling: Sauté the diced chicken and potatoes in a pan over medium heat. Add curry powder and cook until the mixture is fragrant and the chicken and potatoes are fully cooked through. Stir in the chopped hard-boiled eggs, and season the filling with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  2. Prepare the Pastry: If using homemade dough, roll it out on a floured surface until thin. Using a round cutter or a glass, cut circles about 4 inches in diameter from the pastry sheet.
  3. Assemble the Curry Puffs: Place a spoonful of the chicken curry filling in the center of each pastry circle. Fold the dough over to form a half-moon shape and seal the edges firmly by pressing and crimping with a fork to prevent filling from leaking out.
  4. Choose Cooking Method – Baking: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the curry puffs on a baking sheet, brush the tops lightly with oil to help them crisp up, and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Choose Cooking Method – Frying: Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C). Fry the curry puffs in batches, cooking each side for 3-4 minutes until they turn golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels before serving.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, substitute diced chicken with firm tofu and omit hard-boiled eggs.
  • Whole wheat pastry adds a healthier option but may yield a slightly denser texture.
  • Adjust curry powder quantity depending on your preferred spice level.
  • The pastry circles can be sealed with water or an egg wash for better adhesion before crimping.
  • For less oily curry puffs, baking is recommended over frying.
  • Serve curry puffs warm for best taste and texture.

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