Tuesday, October 18, 2011

Stuffed Tortillas Pockets

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Sri Lankan Patties, Eggrolls, Empandas and, English Pasties are all some of my favorite snack/party foods.  But of course these can be time consuming to make or need to be deep fried.  I wanted to avoid both the extra work and the deep frying.  So, I bought some flour tortillas and  decided too stuff them with some spicy Sri Lankan chicken and potato filling. They came together quickly and I only had to gently cook them on a griddle to brown the outside so there was no need for deep frying.  What a delicious snack/party appetizer.  They reheat well in the oven or microwave so make a bunch and enjoy a quick and spicy snack anytime.

PS.. Before I get started with the recipe I want to tell you all that my friend Sandra at Sweet Sensations introduced me to someone called the Fairy Hobmother.  The Fairy Hobmother visits blogs and grants wishes.  If you leave a comment in this post,  the Fairy Hobmother may pay you a visit too.  The Fairy is listening so good luck to you all. The Fairy Hobmother visited me and grated me a very generous gift.  You won't be disappointed. : ) 

 Ingredients:
8-10 flour tortillas
Chicken/Potato filling (or any vegetable or meat filling you like)
2Tbs of canola oil

Ingredients for my Chicken Potato Filling:
1lb lean ground chicken
1 large onion chopped
2 large potatoes boiled and coarsely mashed
2Tbs of garlic ginger paste or 3 cloves of garlic and 1Tbs of grated ginger
2-3 green chilies minced (seeded for less heat if you like)
10-20 curry leaves minced
10 mint leaves minced
seasoning salt (to taste)
1/2 Tbs Garam Masala Powder
1Tbs of curry powder (I used McCormick Brand)
1tsp of cumin powder
black pepper to taste
1Tbs of Worcestershire sauce
juice of half a lime


Directions for the meat filling:
Heat a large pan with 1-2 Tbs of canola oil.  Add onions, green chilies and saute for a few minutes.






Then saute the minced mint and curry leaves for a minute.







Next add your ground meat and garlic/ginger paste.  Saute for 2-3 minutes.






Now add your ground spices, salt and pepper.  Saute for another few minutes.






  Add your smashed potatoes and Worcestershire sauce.  Mix well. Taste for seasoning. 





Add juice of half a lime (about 2tsp) just before you turn off the stove.








Directions to assemble the stuffed tortilla:
First, soften tortillas in the microwave for a few seconds.  I heated several tortillas covered with a damp paper towel.   Then apply a coating of canola oil on one side of the tortilla.  Flip it over and put the 1/2 cup of filling  in the center of the tortilla.  Fold over the top and bottom and then the right and left sides.  Fold like an envelope.  
The oiled side should now be on the outside.  Place seam side down and allow to side for a few minutes to make sure the oil adheres the tortillas folds together.  Pan fry these on a medium skillet, griddle or frying pan until both sides are golden and crispy.  Serve with sauce and enjoy.






39 comments:

  1. This looks delicious! My husband just bought potatoes and chicken last night, and we have tortillas on hand. Looks like we'll be having this for dinner tonight! Thanks for sharing!

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  2. One of those quick and easy lunch for busy days.

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  3. This looks great! I love the step by step! Great blog! Thanks so much for your comment! :)

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  4. That looks amazing, thanks for the step by step...how helpful!

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  5. Wow, Wow!! This looks great and just what I needed for all my big dinner gatherings this month. Something fun, fairly easy and healthful that is different than my typical. I get bored with some old stuff. This combines several types of food I like but in a whole new way. I am getting tired of salsas or hummus :-)

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  6. I saw tortilla and expected a mexican-flavored filling! You are always full of surprises! These pockets look delish!

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  7. I love seeing the way you mix things up from various cuisines and cultures

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  8. Before I tell you how great and yummy this recipe is I have to tell you how happy I am that the Fairy Hobmother paid you a visit. You are such a sweet persoon you deserved it. Now on to this tasty recipe. I love the fact that it's not deep fried. Nothing wrong with that but I won't feel guilty eating more than one of these.

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  9. looks delicious!! Can I have a bite please? :))

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  10. What a delicious idea! There are SO many filling options that would work...you've inspired me :)

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  11. MM MM MM! I wish I could create something like this! All your foods look amazing, they're something I could definetly eat everyday :) Lovely recipe!

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  12. Wow - these look delicious! I'm a big fan of tortillas as well because you can have a delicious finished product without frying! Nicely done! Congratulations on your visit with the Fairy Hobmother...I'm thrilled she visited you!

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  13. Looks great! Really a nice alternative to a sandwich!

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  14. interesting and healthy tortillas :)

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  15. I guess this is where I get to use my leftover Chapatis. Nice!

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  16. Those sound wonderful! I love the idea of using tortillas and browning them. I love all of those little stuffed pastry type appetizers, but agree they can be time consuming to make. This is a great alternative and that stuffing looks so tasty!

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  17. Your stuffing looks amazing!! I would love to take a bite or 2 out of these stuffed tortillas =)

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  18. I have to mention to everyone who is interested in the above recipe that I was there when Ramona made
    it and I can recommend for everyone to make it as
    it so easy to make and delicious to eat. I took some home and reheated in the toaster oven the next day and it tasted still great.

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  19. I love your take on a this! That curry flavor sounds amazing!! I would LOVE to try these. Thanks for your thoughtful comment, it was much appreciated. I would have written back sooner, but I've been under the weather. Thanks for making me feel all warm and fuzzy!! :)

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  20. Fantastic idea to shortcut using tortillas. I'm with you - pasties, samosas, phyllo pockets and pastries of all kinds are my favorite snacks. Love how you've kept the spice and flavor but used a really easy crust!

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  21. These sound good! I love the mexican-indian fusion =)

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