Pâté Basque

Pâté Basque is a delightful, savory pastry filled with a mixture of seasoned meats, perfect for snacking or as an appetizer. This dairy-free version maintains the traditional flavors while catering to those with dietary restrictions.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 60 milliliters
• Water - 70 milliliters
• Salt - 5 grams
• Ground pork - 100 grams
• Chopped cooked ham - 100 grams
• Chopped onion - 50 grams
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Paprika - 5 grams
• Black pepper - 2 grams
• Fresh parsley - 10 grams, chopped
• Egg (for egg wash) - 1

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the olive oil and water. Mix until a dough forms, then knead for about 5 minutes. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
2. In a skillet, heat a little olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sauté until translucent. Add the ground pork, cooked ham, paprika, black pepper, and parsley. Cook until the meat is browned. Remove from heat and let cool.
3. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
4. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 3 mm thickness. Cut into two rectangles, one slightly larger than the other.
5. Place the filling in the center of the larger rectangle, leaving space around the edges. Cover with the smaller rectangle and seal the edges by pressing with a fork.
6. Brush the top with beaten egg for a golden finish.
7. Transfer to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.
8. Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 370
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 32 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from the meat ingredients.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil.

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