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Vegan Keema Meat Pies

These savory vegan keema meat pies are a fusion of hearty flavors encased in flaky, golden puff pastry. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or part of a main meal, they're filled with a spiced vegan mince mixture and baked to perfection. Serve with mint-cilantro chutney, a fresh salad, or creamy mashed potatoes for a satisfying treat!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Course Brunch, Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine Indian
Servings 6
Calories 180 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Keema Filling:

  • 300 g 10.5 oz vegan minced meat (or substitute with crumbled tofu or soy crumbles)
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 1- inch piece of ginger minced
  • 3 –4 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 –3 chili peppers minced (adjust to taste)
  • ½ cup 120 ml tomato puree
  • 1 tsp Kashmiri red chili powder
  • ¼ tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 3 –4 stalks fresh coriander cilantro leaves, minced

For the Pastry:

  • Store-bought puff pastry thawed if frozen
  • Soy milk for brushing

Instructions
 

Prepare the Keema Filling:

  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until golden and caramelized, about 5–7 minutes.
  • Add the minced ginger, garlic, and chili peppers. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until the raw smell disappears.
  • Stir in the Kashmiri chili powder, turmeric, and garam masala. Cook for 30 seconds on low heat to toast the spices.
  • Add the tomato puree and vegan minced meat. Cook for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens and the flavors meld.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the minced coriander leaves. Set aside to cool slightly.

Prepare the Pastry:

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a muffin tin to prevent sticking.
  • Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface. Cut it into squares or circles, ensuring they’re large enough to line the muffin tin cups.
  • Press the pastry into the muffin tin, letting the edges overhang slightly. Fill each cup with 2–3 tablespoons of the vegan keema mixture.

Top and Bake:

  • Cover the filling by either folding the edges over or adding strips of puff pastry in a lattice pattern. Press down gently to seal.
  • Brush the tops with soy milk for a golden finish. Bake for 20 minutes, brushing with soy milk halfway through for extra shine and color.

Serve:

  • Let the pies cool for a few minutes before carefully removing them from the muffin tin. Serve warm with mint-cilantro chutney, a side salad, or mashed potatoes.

Nutrition

Serving: 6gCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 11gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.02gSodium: 34mgPotassium: 391mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 842IUVitamin C: 52mgCalcium: 155mgIron: 3mg
Keyword easy vegan appetizer, plant-based keema, vegan keema puff pies, vegan meat pastries, vegan pastries
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