Pastit papaya turnover –Hey there, fellow food adventurers! Today, we’re hopping into the world of pastries with a delightful twist: Pastit, the Papaya Turnover! If you’ve never tried to devour a delicious turnover that makes your taste buds dance, you’re in for a treat. Let’s dive into this culinary escapade, shall we?
Feast Your Eyes!
First up is the eye-catcher of the day—a picture that speaks a thousand words, or at least a few hundred calories!
Ingredients You’ll Need
Gather around, my kitchen warriors! Here’s what you’ll need to summon the divine essence of papaya in turnover form:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup ice water
- 1 cup ripe papaya, mashed
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (for that extra zing)
- 1 egg (for egg wash, because we’re fancy like that!)
Instructions to Create Culinary Magic
Alright, let’s get down to business and whip up some fabulous Pastit:
- First, let’s make the dough! In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt. Add the cold butter. Crumble it like a magician until it looks like coarse crumbs!
- Now, slowly add in the ice water—one tablespoon at a time—until the dough comes together. Don’t overmix! We’re not in a wrestling match.
- Shape the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic, and refrigerate for about 30 minutes. Give it some chill time!
- While the dough is cooling off, let’s prepare the filling. In a bowl, combine the mashed papaya, lemon juice, and cinnamon. Mix it up like you’re David Copperfield!
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). It’s showtime!
- Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface about 1/8 inch thick. Cut out circles (about 4 inches in diameter) – just like you’re making delicious little Frisbees!
- Place a generous spoonful of the papaya mixture on half of each circle. Fold over the other half and seal the edges. Crimp them with a fork to ensure they don’t spill their secrets!
- Brush the tops with beaten egg for a glorious golden finish. You can sprinkle some sugar on top if you like a little sweetness in your life!
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, until they are golden and making your kitchen smell like a tropical paradise.
And there you have it, folks! Enjoy your Papaya Turnovers hot, cold, or at any temperature in between. Trust me, they’re so good, you’ll forget your own name for a minute. Happy baking!