Mainly eaten in Malta.

Pastizzi: Maltese ricotta and pea layered pastries

Pastizzi (pastizzi tal-irkotta, pastizzi tal-piżelli) · pronounced: pasztidzi

This pastizzi recipe makes savoury Maltese layered pastry filled with ricotta or curry-spiced peas, best enjoyed warm.

95 min Medium 12 servings
Pastizzi recept: rétegelt máltai ricottás-borsós sütemény
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Ingredients

12 pieces
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For the pastry

For the filling

Method

  1. Pastry

    Knead the flour, water and salt into a smooth, elastic dough, then cover it and rest it for 30 minutes.

    30 min
  2. Layering

    Roll the pastry out very thinly, brush it with melted margarine, fold it over, then roll it up and cut it into smaller pieces.

  3. Peas

    Simmer the thawed peas with their water for 8-10 minutes, until they soften and most of the liquid has evaporated. Add the curry powder and tomato purée, then mash to a purée.

    10 min
  4. Ricotta filling

    Mix the ricotta with the egg, parmesan, parsley, salt and pepper, and leave the pea purée to cool in a separate bowl.

  5. Assembly

    Roll the pastry pieces out into squares, place about 25 g of filling in the centre of each square, then fold up the edges.

  6. Baking

    Bake the pastizzi in a preheated oven until golden brown and the pastry is cooked through and crisp.

    25 min
  7. Serving

    Serve warm, offered with either tea or Maltese coffee.

Estimated nutrition
NutrientTotal (12 pieces)1 pieces
Energy2 600 kcal217 kcal
Fat44 g3,7 g
of which saturates23 g1,9 g
Carbohydrates440 g37 g
Protein102 g8,5 g
Fibre27 g2,3 g

An estimate calculated from the raw weight of the ingredients. Not included: margarine. Source: USDA FoodData Central.

Allergens and diets Based on the ingredients, it shows which common allergens the recipe contains and which diets it suits (e.g. gluten-free, dairy-free). For sensitive digestion, high-FODMAP and lactose-containing ingredients are listed separately. For information only; always check the actual products.

Contains: gluten, milk, egg, mustard

For sensitive digestion: flour, ricotta (lactose), frozen peas (high-FODMAP or lactose-containing ingredients)

The labels are based on ingredient names, for information only and not medical advice. With a severe allergy or condition, check the actual products and ask your doctor.

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