Potato Pie
Baking and Desserts • Russian
Description
This simple vegan pie has a homey feel and a charming old-fashioned quality. Exact proportions aren't necessary; everything can be done by eye. Instead of using yeast dough, you can opt for store-bought puff pastry, especially if you're not strictly observing a fast. Leftover mashed potatoes from yesterday will work perfectly for the filling, but be sure to add plenty of sautéed onions and, preferably, some dill just before baking. You'll need a lot of onions—two whole bulbs—as they are a key ingredient alongside the potatoes, helping to avoid the common pitfall of vegan baked goods: excessive density and dryness.
Ingredients
- Water 10 fl oz
- Wheat Flour 20 oz
- Dry yeast 0 oz
- Sugar 1 tablespoon
- Potato 0 lbs
- Onion 2 heads
- Dill 0 oz
- Vegetable Oil 5 fl oz
- Salt to taste
- Ground Black Pepper to taste
Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1
Dissolve the yeast and sugar in warm water. Let it sit for a few minutes until a froth forms on the surface.
Step 2
In the mixing bowl, add the flour, 125 ml of vegetable oil, 0.5 teaspoons of salt, and the yeast dissolved in water. Knead the dough using the dough hook attachment.
Step 3
Cover the dough with plastic wrap and place it in a warm spot for 1 hour.
Step 4
Peel the potatoes, cut them into large pieces (or leave them whole) and boil until tender. To check if the potatoes are ready, pierce one with a knife: if it slides off easily, they are done.
Step 5
Mash the cooked potatoes into a rough puree, leaving some chunks for texture.
Step 6
Dice the onion and sauté it in vegetable oil until golden brown.
Step 7
Finely chop the dill.
Step 8
Add dill and fried onions to the potatoes, season with salt and pepper, and mix well.
Step 9
Divide the risen dough into two equal parts and roll it out thinly.
Step 10
Place one portion of the dough on a greased baking tray, spread the potato filling on top, and cover it with a second layer of dough.
Step 11
Seal the edges in a decorative manner; if desired, you can decorate the pie with scraps of dough. Place the pie in an oven preheated to 355°F (350 degrees Fahrenheit) for 25–30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown.
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