Kolokotes - Cypriot Pumpkin Pastries Recipe

Name: Kolokotes - Cypriot Pumpkin Pastries
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Pastry; 500 gr. flour; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup olive oil; 1 tablespoon wine vinegar; 1 orange, juiced; 1/2 cup water; Filling; 1 kg pumpkin; 1 cup rice; 1/2 cup olive oil; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 3 sage leaves, finely chopped; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 4 sprigs fennel, weed finely diced; 1 cup almonds; 12 figs, dried; 1/4 cup currants; 1 teaspoon orange zest

Servings: persons

Pastry
500 gr. flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon wine vinegar
1 orange, juiced
1/2 cup water
Filling
1 kg pumpkin
1 cup rice
1/2 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 sage leaves, finely chopped
1 teaspoon cinnamon
4 sprigs fennel, weed finely diced
1 cup almonds
12 figs, dried
1/4 cup currants
1 teaspoon orange zest

1
Peel the pumpkin and remove the seeds and threads and cut it in small cubes of about 1 cm thick.
2
Pound the almonds in a mortar and pestle. Place in a bowl and add all the other ingredients mix them. Set aside.
3
To make pastry place the flour and salt in a food processor. Mix all the liquids and with the process running drizzle in the liquid until the pastry comes together.
4
Turn out onto a floured work surface and lightly knead for 2-3 minutes Cover with damp cloth and rest for 1 hour.
5
Preheat oven to 180u00b0C.
6
Roll out and cut 10cm circles. Place some filling on pastry and fold over and crimp to seal.
7
Place on baking sheet, and bake for 30 minutes.

1390

kcal

Calories

Fat

147

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Pastry, 500 gr. flour, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 cup olive oil, and more.

Yes, Kolokotes - Cypriot Pumpkin Pastries falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Kolokotes - Cypriot Pumpkin Pastries

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Variations & substitutions

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