Pastizzi Delight

Pastizzi is a popular savory pastry in Maltese cuisine, typically filled with either ricotta cheese or mushy peas. This recipe will guide you through making delicious ricotta-filled pastizzi that are perfect for a snack or appetizer.

Pastizzi Delight

Ingredients

  • 500g puff pastry
  • 250g ricotta cheese
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
  2. Roll out the puff pastry and cut it into small squares.
  3. In a bowl, mix the ricotta cheese with the beaten egg, salt, and pepper.
  4. Place a spoonful of the ricotta mixture onto each pastry square.
  5. Fold the pastry over the filling to form a triangle and seal the edges.
  6. Place the pastizzi on a baking sheet and brush the tops with beaten egg.
  7. Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
  8. Serve hot and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per pastizz
Carbohydrates
10g
Protein
8g
Fat
9g

Supplies

Baking sheet Pastry brush

Tools

Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve the pastizzi with a side of tomato salsa or a fresh salad.

Tips & tricks

For a flakier pastry, chill the filled pastizzi in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before baking.

Cost

$10