Chickpea and Vegetable Picnic Hand Pies

A hand pie has a certain something about it. a portable supper made of the flakiest, golden puff pastry. Though I have nothing against shortcrust, puff is unquestionably my preference. These are a requirement for lunch or maybe your upcoming picnic. They are simple to create and a treat to consume.

Ingredients

For the filling

• 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup mixed vegetables (e.g., peas, carrots, corn), diced
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for cooking

For the pastry

• 1 package (14 oz) vegan puff pastry, thawed
• 1 tablespoon non-dairy milk (for brushing)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
3. Add the minced garlic and diced mixed vegetables to the skillet. Sauté for a few minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender.
4. Stir in the ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric, salt, and pepper.
5. Add the drained chickpeas to the skillet and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, allowing the flavors to combine. Mash some of the chickpeas with the back of a spoon, leaving some whole for texture.
6. Roll out the vegan puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and cut it into squares or rectangles, depending on the size of hand pies you want.
7. Spoon a portion of the chickpea and vegetable mixture onto one half of each pastry square.
8. Fold the other half of the pastry over the filling to create a triangle or rectangle shape. Press the edges to seal, and use a fork to crimp the edges.
9. Place the hand pies onto the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with non-dairy milk for a golden finish.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and crisp.
11. Allow the vegan hand pies to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 250-300 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 25-30g
• Protein: 6-8g
• Fat: 15-18g
• Fiber: 4-5g
• Sugars: 2-3g