Vegan Fataya

Delight your taste buds with Vegan Fataya, a savory West African-inspired pastry that’s as satisfying as it is plant-based! Featuring a flaky, buttery crust made from scratch and a robust spiced filling of mashed chickpeas, sautéed vegetables, and aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and paprika, these handheld treats are a perfect blend of flavor and texture. Perfectly golden and crisp, each fataya is brushed with vegan milk for that irresistible finish, making them a crowd-pleasing choice for parties, appetizers, or an indulgent snack. Easy to prepare and full of wholesome ingredients, this recipe is a must-try for those seeking a vegan twist on traditional African cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Vegan butter, chilled and cubed
• 0.5 cup Water, cold
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 large Carrot, grated
• 1 cup Cabbage, shredded
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Chickpeas, cooked and roughly mashed
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Vegan milk (for brushing)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 2

Add the vegan butter cubes and use your fingers to rub them into the flour mixture until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.

Step 3

Gradually pour in the cold water, mixing with your hands until a dough forms. Knead the dough gently and form it into a ball. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Step 4

Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic, grated carrot, and shredded cabbage. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, until vegetables have softened.

Step 6

Add the tomato paste, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the pan, stirring well to combine.

Step 7

Mix in the roughly mashed chickpeas and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley. Let the filling cool.

Step 8

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 9

Take the dough out of the refrigerator and roll it out on a floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness.

Step 10

Using a round cutter or a cup, cut out circles of about 4 inches in diameter.

Step 11

Place a tablespoon of filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over to form a semi-circle and crimp the edges with a fork to seal.

Step 12

Place the fatayas on the prepared baking sheet and brush them lightly with vegan milk.

Step 13

Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the fatayas are golden brown.

Step 14

Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your delicious vegan fatayas!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1211.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2715.9

Total Fat 131.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3752.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 327.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.4g	0%
Total Sugars 28.4g
Protein 56.8g	0%

Vitamin D 12.5IU	0%
Calcium 475.3mg	0%
Iron 28.2mg	0%
Potassium 2604.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.6%

Protein: 8.3%

Carbs: 48.1%