Hand-Rolled Crispy Pastries

Hand-Rolled Crispy Pastries (Sweet or Savory)

🧁 Sweet Version: Nutty Honey Pastries

🥟 Savory Version: Cheese & Herb Crispy Rolls

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📝 Ingredients

Dough (Basic for Both Sweet and Savory)

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1/2 tsp salt

• 3/4 cup warm water (add more if needed)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Cornstarch or rice flour (for dusting when rolling)

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🧁 Sweet Filling (Nutty & Aromatic)

• 1 cup finely chopped walnuts, pistachios, or almonds

• 1/2 tsp cinnamon

• 2 tbsp sugar

• 1/2 tsp orange blossom water (optional)

🍯 Sweet Syrup

• 1/2 cup honey

• 1/4 cup water

• 1 tsp lemon juice

• 1/2 tsp rosewater (optional)

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🧀 Savory Filling (Cheese & Herb)

• 1 cup crumbled feta or ricotta

• 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill or parsley

• 1/4 tsp black pepper

• Optional: sautéed spinach or caramelized onions

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🍳 Instructions

1. Make the Dough

1. In a large bowl, combine flour and salt.

2. Slowly add warm water and olive oil, mixing until a soft dough forms.

3. Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

4. Cover with a damp towel and let rest for at least 30 minutes.

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2. Prepare the Filling

Sweet: Combine nuts, cinnamon, sugar, and optional blossom water.
Savory: Mix cheese, herbs, and seasoning. Add extra ingredients as desired.

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3. Roll Out the Dough

1. Divide dough into 8 small balls.

2. On a floured or cornstarch-dusted surface, roll each ball as thin as possible (nearly transparent).

3. Let the sheets air-dry for 3–5 minutes before filling — they’ll crisp up better.

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4. Assemble the Pastries

1. Place 1–2 tbsp of filling at one end of the pastry sheet.

2. Roll tightly like a cigar or log, folding in edges if desired.

3. Brush with melted butter or oil.

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5. Bake Until Golden

• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

• Arrange rolls on a parchment-lined tray.

• Bake for 25–30 minutes or until golden brown and crisp.

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6. (Optional) Add Syrup to Sweet Version

• While baking, heat honey, water, and lemon juice until slightly thickened.

• Pour warm syrup over hot pastries once out of the oven.

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🥄 Serving Suggestions

• Sweet: Garnish with chopped pistachios or a dusting of powdered sugar.

• Savory: Serve with yogurt dip, spicy tomato chutney, or herbed olive oil.

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💡 Tips for Success

• Keep dough covered while working to prevent drying.

• Use a light touch when rolling — over-handling can make them tough.

• For extra crispiness, do a double roll: wrap once, then roll again in another dough layer.