Description
A crispy and savory Central Asian-inspired pastry filled with spiced butternut squash, onions, and herbs, perfect as a snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
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- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 2 cups butternut squash, finely diced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions and cook for 2–3 minutes until soft.
- Add diced butternut squash, cumin, coriander, pepper, and salt. Cook for 8–10 minutes until squash is tender. Stir in chopped herbs and let mixture cool.
- Roll out puff pastry and cut into 4 equal squares.
- Spoon filling into the center of each square. Fold into triangles and seal edges by pressing with a fork.
- Place samsa on the baking sheet and brush tops with beaten egg. Sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Cool slightly before serving. Serve with yogurt or chutney if desired.
Notes
- Ensure the squash is finely diced for even cooking and easy folding.
- You can prepare the filling in advance and refrigerate until ready to use.
- Great served warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 samsa
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg