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Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
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EGG WASH: Whisk egg and water together in a small bowl.
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CRUST.
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In a food processor, process the flour, butter, and salt until the dough forms a soft ball. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours. This dough will be moist and softer than most pastry.
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FILLING.
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In a large saute pan, heat the oil and add onions, ginger, and garlic. Saute until onions are golden.
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Add the potatoes, and saute for a few minutes more.
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Add the spices and stir until mixed in well with the potato mixture.
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Add the cilantro, lemon juice, and peas, stirring well. Remove from heat.
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ASSEMBLY.
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Leave about a third of the dough for the top crust. Roll out remaining dough to about 1/8 inch thick.
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Line the springform pan with the dough, letting in hang over the top about 1/2 an inch.
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Brush with the egg wash.
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Pour in the filling and press down well.
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Roll out the reserved dough, place over the pan, trim pastry and crimp edges sealing well. Brush with remaining egg wash.
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Bake in oven for about 1 hour, until golden and heated through. Best made a day ahead and reheated at 350 for 40-45 minutes.
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Serve with Raita.