Fried Pear Pies
Fried pies have been a popular dessert in the southern United States for many years, often filled with fruit or sweet fillings.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.
Fried Pear Pies
Ingredients
Instructions
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Peel and core the pears, then slice them into thin rounds.
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In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
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Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
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Gradually add the cold water, mixing until the dough comes together.
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Divide the dough into 4 equal portions and roll each portion into a circle.
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Place a few pear slices onto one half of each dough circle.
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Fold the other half of the dough over the pears and press the edges to seal.
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Heat the vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
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Fry the pies in the hot oil until golden brown on both sides.
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Remove the pies from the pan and drain on paper towels.
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Sprinkle with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 320kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15g24%
- Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
- Sugars 20g
- Protein 3g6%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
