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Curry Puffs with Beef

Curry Puffs with Beef: Flaky, Flavorful Snack for Everyone

Curry Puffs with Beef are a savory snack that features flaky pastry and aromatic beef filling, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 puffs
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or any cooking oil like canola or olive oil
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
  • 2 tablespoons curry powder substitute with garam masala if desired
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder can be omitted
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder or mix coriander with additional curry powder
  • 1 tablespoon sugar or honey
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper or white pepper
  • to taste salt
  • ½ cup beef broth or vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch or flour
For the Pastry
  • 1 package puff pastry gluten-free options available
  • 1 egg for egg wash, or use plant-based milk for a vegan alternative

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • small bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic; sauté for 3-4 minutes until onions are translucent.
  2. Add ground beef and brown for 5-7 minutes until cooked through.
  3. Stir in curry powder, turmeric, cumin, sugar, black pepper, and salt. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together beef broth and cornstarch to form a slurry. Pour into the beef mixture and simmer for 3-4 minutes until thickened.
  5. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
  6. Allow puff pastry to defrost at room temperature for 35-40 minutes. Cut into 9 squares.
  7. Spoon filling onto pastry squares, fold into triangles and crimp edges to seal. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  8. Refrigerate for 15-20 minutes. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Brush puffs with egg wash.
  9. Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown. Keep an eye on them to avoid overbrowning.
  10. Cool for 10-15 minutes on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 2puffsCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

These curry puffs can be made ahead and frozen before baking. Simply bake directly from the freezer until golden and crisp.

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