Delicious Vegan Jamaican Patties at Home in 3 Steps

Jamaican patties are a beloved Caribbean comfort food, known for their flaky golden crust and savory, spiced filling. But for those following a vegan lifestyle (Vegan Jamaican Patties), enjoying these delicious treats can seem out of reach. Worry not, plant-based friends! This recipe unlocks the secrets to creating vegan Jamaican patties that burst with flavor and satisfy every craving.

Plant-Powered Perfection: Key Ingredients

• For the Dough:
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons Jamaican curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon dried parsley
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsweetened vegan milk
  • ½ cup cold vegan butter, cubed
• For the Filling:
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 scotch bonnet pepper, deseeded and minced (optional, adjust for spice level)
  • 1 cup green lentils, rinsed and cooked
  • 1 cup jackfruit, young and shredded
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn, etc.)
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Jamaican allspice
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Craft Your Culinary Masterpiece: Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, spices, and salt. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the cubed vegan butter into the dry ingredients until crumbly. Gradually add the vegan milk, mixing until a soft dough forms. Wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
2. Cook the Filling: Heat olive oil in a pan. Sauté onion, garlic, and scotch bonnet pepper (if using) until softened. Add cooked lentils, jackfruit, mixed vegetables, tomato paste, soy sauce, allspice, and thyme. Season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the filling thickens.
3. Shape and Bake: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Divide the dough into equal portions. Roll each portion into a circle and fill with the prepared filling. Fold the dough over to enclose the filling, crimping the edges to seal. Brush the patties with vegan milk and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and flaky.

Fuel Your Body and Soul: Nutritional Information

One vegan Jamaican patty packs approximately:

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 15g
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Protein: 12g
• Fiber: 5g

Tips for Success Vegan Jamaican Patties:

• Use Jamaican curry powder for an authentic flavor profile.
• Adjust the spice level of the filling to your preference.
• For a richer filling, add cooked mushrooms or vegan ground “meat.”
• Use a variety of colorful vegetables for added visual appeal and nutrients.
• Serve vegan jamaican patties warm with your favorite dipping sauce, like vegan aioli or chutney.

Conclusion

Vegan Jamaican patties offer a delicious and satisfying way to enjoy this classic Caribbean dish without compromising on flavor or tradition. So grab your ingredients, get creative, and savor the taste of the islands!

Vegan Jamaican Patties – Plant-Based Perfection in 7 Easy Steps

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Discover how to make authentic vegan Jamaican patties with a flaky golden crust and savory, spiced lentil-jackfruit filling. This plant-based twist on a Caribbean classic is bursting with flavor and perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 55 minutes mins

Course Dinner, Snack

Cuisine Caribbean, Jamaican

Servings 7

Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients

  

For the Dough:

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 2 tsp Jamaican curry powder
• 1 tsp turmeric powder
• ½ tsp dried thyme
• ½ tsp dried parsley
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 cup unsweetened vegan milk
• ½ cup cold vegan butter cubed

For the Filling:

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium onion diced
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 1 scotch bonnet pepper minced (optional)
• 1 cup green lentils cooked
• 1 cup young jackfruit shredded
• 1 cup mixed vegetables peas, carrots, corn
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp Jamaican allspice
• ½ tsp dried thyme
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

 

• In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and spices.
• Cut in the vegan butter until the mixture resembles crumbs.
• Slowly add vegan milk, mix until a dough forms. Wrap and refrigerate 30 minutes.
• Meanwhile, heat oil and sauté onion, garlic, and pepper until softened.
• Add lentils, jackfruit, vegetables, tomato paste, soy sauce, and spices. Simmer for 15 minutes.
• Roll out dough, fill, and fold into patties. Crimp the edges to seal.
• Brush with vegan milk and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.

Notes

• Use Jamaican curry powder for an authentic flavor profile.
• Adjust the spice level of the filling to your preference.
• For a richer filling, add cooked mushrooms or vegan ground “meat.”
• Use a variety of colorful vegetables for added visual appeal and nutrients.
• Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce, like vegan aioli or chutney.

Keyword Caribbean Vegan Recipes, Dairy-Free Pastry Recipes, Jamaican Cuisine, Plant-Based Comfort Food, Vegan Dinner Ideas, Vegan Jamaican Patties