Spicy Bean Turnovers (With Variations)

Turnovers are a popular street food in many cultures around the world, known for their delicious fillings and portable nature.

This is vegan and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Spicy Bean Turnovers (With Variations)

Cooking Method: Baking, Frying Cuisine: Mexican, Tex-Mex Courses: Any, Appetizer, Snack Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1280

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 15 ounce Canned beans
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 1 pepper Jalapeno pepper
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 sheet Puff pastry sheets
• 1 large Egg
• 1 tablespoon Water

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced jalapeno pepper. Cook until softened.
3. Add canned beans, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and cook for 5 minutes.
4. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
5. Roll out the puff pastry sheets and cut into squares.
6. Place a spoonful of the bean mixture onto each square. Fold the pastry over to form a triangle and seal the edges with a fork.
7. Beat the egg with water and brush the turnovers with the egg wash.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
9. Allow the turnovers to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 2g

Protein 12g24%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.