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ground meat

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: textured vegetable protein

Chicken is leaner, while textured vegetable protein is cost-effective.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast adds flavor without dairy.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: corn flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil provides healthy fats.

Mix flour, salt, and oil in a bowl until crumbly.

Add water gradually, mixing until a smooth dough forms.

Knead the dough for about 5 minutes until elastic.

Cover the dough and let it rest for 30 minutes.

Prepare filling by sautéing onions and garlic in oil until fragrant.

Add ground meat and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in vegetables, olives, and seasoning; cook for another 5 minutes.

Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick.

Cut dough into circles or squares, depending on desired shape.

Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each piece.

Fold the dough over the filling and seal edges with a fork.

Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).

Fry the pastéis in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.

Serve hot with dipping sauces if desired.

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