How to Make Fried Pie Pastry - A Step-by-Step Guide

There are few things in life as satisfying as biting into a delicious, crispy fried pie pastry. These handheld treats are a beloved comfort food in many cultures, and for good reason – they are versatile, filling, and oh-so-tasty. Whether you fill them with sweet fruit compote or savory meat and vegetables, fried pie pastries are sure to be a hit at any gathering or simply as a special treat for yourself.

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup shortening
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • ¼ cup water
  • 1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar

Information

  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 to 5 - inch pastry shells

  • Combine flour and salt. Cut in shortening with pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse meal. Combine egg and water, and sprinkle lightly over flour mixture. Add vinegar, and lightly stir with a fork until dry ingredients are moistened. Shape into a ball.
  • Wrap dough in wax paper. Chill for at least one hour. Use as directed in any fried pie recipe.
  • Nutrition

    233 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 16mg
    • Sodium: 200mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 24g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Calcium: 7mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 39mg