Keeping the samosa aside, one of the most popular and common snacks that you will find in every Indian school/ college canteen or bakery is vegetable puffs or patties. Not the best choice if you are a weight watcher but perfect to be enjoyed once in a while especially on a rainy day with a cup of tea or coffee.
Origin of puff pastry
Puff pastry was invented by a French Chef Claudius Gele in 1645. He first created this pastry for his sick father who was recommended a diet of butter, flour, and water. Later in his culinary career, this recipe bought him immense fame and success. It’s said that he always kept his recipe a secret and baked in closed rooms. Now, puff pastry dough is easily available in almost every grocery store and bakery. A lot of cuisines now have their own recipes using that once-secret puff pastry dough. And, my today’s recipe- vegetable puffs is the Indian way of using it.
Stuffing variation suggestions
You can easily create so many different recipes using the pastry dough depending upon your and your family’s taste preferences. I am sharing some of the suggestions below:
Can phyllo dough be used in place of puff pastry
In puff pastry, a lot of butter is used which makes it richer and thicker. Their texture is also completely different because of this. Therefore you cannot replace puff pastry with phyllo dough if you want the exact results.
Where to buy puff pastry sheets
Finding puff pastry sheet is very easy these days. They are easily available online and if you want to buy them from a grocery store, check the Frozen aisle. You will find it in the section where frozen desserts/ bakery items are kept. A lot of bakeries also sell it. You can check your local bakery too.
More vegetarian snack recipes
Looking for more vegetarian snack ideas? Don’t miss to check the following recipes:
More recipes using puff pastry
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