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A classic Indian bakery snack featuring a flaky, golden puff pastry filled with a savory and spicy boiled egg masala. Perfect for tea time or as an appetizer, these patties are a delightful treat that's surprisingly easy to make at home.
For 4 servings
Prepare Eggs & Pastry
Cook the Masala Filling
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A classic Indian bakery snack featuring a flaky, golden puff pastry filled with a savory and spicy boiled egg masala. Perfect for tea time or as an appetizer, these patties are a delightful treat that's surprisingly easy to make at home.
This indian recipe takes 60 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 506.45 calories per serving with 11.93g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for snack or appetizer or brunch.
Combine Filling and Assemble
Bake to Golden Perfection
Cool and Serve
For a vegetarian version, replace the egg filling with a spicy paneer bhurji or a mashed potato and pea mixture. For a vegan option, use a plant-based puff pastry and a tofu scramble or mixed vegetable filling.
Add cooked minced chicken (chicken keema) or lamb to the onion-tomato masala for a heartier, non-vegetarian pattice.
Place a small slice of cheese or a spoonful of shredded mozzarella on top of the egg filling before sealing the pastry for a gooey, cheesy center.
To cook in an air fryer, preheat it to 375°F (190°C). Place the pattice in the basket in a single layer and cook for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed, flipping halfway through.
Eggs are a fantastic source of high-quality, complete protein, which is essential for muscle repair, immune function, and maintaining healthy skin and hair.
This snack provides key nutrients like Vitamin D, Vitamin B12, and choline from the eggs, along with antioxidants from spices like turmeric and fresh herbs.
The combination of carbohydrates from the pastry and protein and fats from the egg provides a sustained release of energy, making it a satisfying and satiating snack.
One homemade Egg Pattice contains approximately 350-450 calories, depending on the size and the specific brand of puff pastry used. The pastry accounts for a significant portion of the calories.
Egg Pattice is best considered an indulgent snack rather than a health food. While the egg filling provides protein and nutrients, puff pastry is high in refined flour and saturated fats. Enjoy it in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Yes. You can assemble the pattice, place them on a baking sheet, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking. You can also freeze the unbaked pattice for up to a month. Bake directly from frozen, adding 5-10 minutes to the baking time.
This usually happens for two reasons: overfilling or improper sealing. Make sure to leave a border around the filling and press the edges firmly with a fork. Also, cutting small slits on top allows steam to escape, reducing the pressure inside.
Absolutely! Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy. You may need to cook them in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
While puff pastry is traditional, you could use shortcrust pastry for a more crumbly, tart-like shell. For a different style, you could also use phyllo dough, layering several sheets with melted butter for a super crispy result.