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Gochujang Feta Pastries Recipe

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These Gochujang Feta Pastries combine spicy Korean flavors with creamy feta and cheddar cheeses wrapped in crisp filo pastry. Perfect as a savory snack or appetizer, they feature a delightful blend of gochujang, garlic, and sesame balanced with spinach and melted butter for golden, flaky layers. Air-fried or baked, these pastries offer an exciting fusion treat that’s crispy on the outside and packed with bold, cheesy goodness inside.

Ingredients

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Sauce Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp gochujang
  • 1 tbsp gochugaru flakes
  • 1 tbsp light soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 garlic clove, minced

Filling Ingredients

  • 200g spinach, wilted down and finely chopped
  • 200g feta cheese, crumbled
  • 50g cheddar cheese, grated

Pastry and Garnish

  • 2 tbsp butter, melted
  • 4 filo pastry sheets
  • Sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Gochujang Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the gochujang, gochugaru flakes, light soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, and minced garlic. Mix thoroughly until the sauce is silky and smooth, ensuring all ingredients are well incorporated.
  2. Make the Filling: In a large bowl, mix the finely chopped, wilted spinach with the crumbled feta cheese and grated cheddar cheese. Add the prepared gochujang sauce and stir well to evenly distribute the flavors throughout the mixture.
  3. Prepare Filo Pastry Sheets: Lay one filo pastry sheet on a clean surface with the shortest side facing you. Brush one half of the sheet with melted butter, then carefully fold the sheet in half to form a long rectangle. Brush the tip of the folded pastry with additional melted butter to ensure sealing.
  4. Fill and Fold Pastries: Place a quarter of the gochujang feta mixture at the bottom right corner of the folded pastry. Fold the pastry in a triangular motion repeatedly towards the top, creating a neat triangle-shaped parcel. Seal the edges to prevent filling from escaping. Set aside and repeat with the remaining pastry sheets and filling.
  5. Cook the Pastries: Brush the tops of all prepared pastries with melted butter and sprinkle sesame seeds over them for garnish. Place the pastries in an air fryer preheated to 160°C and cook for 20 minutes until golden and crisp. Alternatively, bake them in a preheated oven at 180°C (160°C fan) for approximately 20 minutes until the pastries are flaky and golden brown.
  6. Serve: Remove the pastries from the heat source once cooked, allow to cool slightly, and serve warm as a delicious snack or appetizer.

Notes

  • Ensure the spinach is well wilted and excess moisture is squeezed out to prevent soggy pastries.
  • If you do not have gochugaru flakes, you can substitute with mild chili flakes but the flavor will be less authentic.
  • Be gentle when folding the filo pastry to avoid tearing, which can cause the filling to leak during cooking.
  • For a crisper texture, air frying is recommended, but baking works equally well.
  • Leftover pastries can be reheated in the oven or air fryer for best results.

Keywords: Gochujang, feta pastries, Korean fusion, filo pastry, appetizer, air fryer, spicy, cheesy snack

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