Description
Delight in these savory Chorizo, Pumpkin, and Caramelised Onion Hand-Pies that combine spicy chorizo with sweet roasted pumpkin and rich caramelised onions encased in a crisp, buttery pastry. Perfect for a comforting snack or a flavorful appetizer, these hand-pies bring together autumnal flavors balanced with aromatic sage in a golden-baked crust.
Ingredients
Scale
Pastry
- 2.5 cups Plain flour (Use gluten-free flour if needed.)
- 1 cup Chilled butter, cut into small pieces
- 5-6 tablespoons Ice water
Filling
- 400 g Chorizo, skin removed
- 1 cup Roasted pumpkin, cubed
- 1 cup Caramelised onions
- 0.25 cup Shredded sage leaves (alternatively thyme or rosemary)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For finishing
- 1 Egg, beaten (for brushing)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 200°C (392°F) to prepare for baking the hand-pies.
- Roast pumpkin: Cube the pumpkin and drizzle with oil, seasoning with salt. Roast in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
- Cook chorizo: In a medium skillet over medium heat, cook the chorizo for 8 to 10 minutes until browned and cooked through, then remove from heat.
- Combine filling: In a mixing bowl, fold together the roasted pumpkin, cooked chorizo, caramelised onions, and shredded sage. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Prepare pastry circles: Roll out the chilled pastry dough on a floured surface and cut into circles large enough to hold a generous spoonful of filling.
- Assemble hand-pies: Place the filling on one half of each pastry circle. Fold the other half over to cover the filling and seal the edges tightly to prevent leakage during baking.
- Arrange and brush: Place the hand-pies on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops with beaten egg to achieve a golden finish.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes until the hand-pies are golden brown and cooked through. Remove and allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute thyme or rosemary for sage if preferred for a different herbal note.
- Use gluten-free flour in the pastry to make this recipe gluten-free friendly.
- Ensure the pastry is well chilled before rolling to achieve a flaky texture.
- For a vegetarian option, omit chorizo and increase caramelised onions and pumpkin quantity or add mushrooms.
- Serve warm for best flavor and texture.
