Savory Potato Knishes

Savory Potato Knishes are a delightful, flaky pastry filled with seasoned mashed potatoes, offering a comforting bite that is perfect for sharing. These knishes embody a classic Jewish-American favorite, making them a unique appetizer that is both satisfying and delicious.

Savory Potato Knishes
60 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
American
350 kcal

Ingredients

  • All-purpose flour - 1 cup (120g)
  • Salt - 1/2 tsp
  • Unsalted butter - 1/4 cup (60g), cold and cubed
  • Sour cream - 1/4 cup (60ml)
  • Potatoes - 2 medium (about 300g), peeled and cubed
  • Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
  • Olive oil - 1 tbsp
  • Black pepper - 1/2 tsp
  • Garlic powder - 1/4 tsp
  • Egg - 1, beaten (for egg wash)

Steps

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Add the cubed cold butter and mix with your fingers or a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  2. Stir in the sour cream until the dough comes together. Form into a ball, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, boil the cubed potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash until smooth.
  4. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Mix the sautéed onion into the mashed potatoes along with black pepper and garlic powder. Let the filling cool slightly.
  5. Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F). On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/8 inch thick. Cut out circles, approximately 4 inches in diameter.
  6. Place a tablespoon of the potato filling on one half of each circle. Fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape and pinch the edges to seal. Brush the tops with beaten egg.
  7. Arrange the knishes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Protein: 7 g
  • Carbs: 45 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 400 mg
  • Cholesterol: 45 mg
  • Total Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
  • Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

  • Provides a good source of carbohydrates for energy.
  • Contains potassium from potatoes, which is beneficial for heart health.

Tags

AmericanKosherAppetizer