Trinidad Aloo Pie | Potato Pie | Vegan Option

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil reduces saturated fat while providing healthy fats.

scotch bonnet pepper

💰Cheaper: jalapeño

Jalapeños provide heat with easier availability.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a cost-effective alternative with a neutral flavor.

Boil potatoes until tender, about 15-20 minutes, then drain and let cool.

Peel and mash the potatoes in a bowl until smooth.

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; sauté onions, garlic, and green pepper until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Add curry powder, black pepper, and scotch bonnet pepper; cook for another 2 minutes.

Combine the sautéed mixture with the mashed potatoes and mix well; add lime juice and cilantro.

In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt; cut in butter until crumbly.

Gradually add water, mixing until a dough forms; knead briefly until smooth.

Divide the dough into equal portions and roll each into a circle about 1/4 inch thick.

Place a spoonful of the potato filling in the center of each circle.

Fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape; press edges to seal.

Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium heat; fry each pie until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove from oil and drain on paper towels; serve hot.

Cooking Techniques

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