Zucchini Turnovers
Description
The recipe won't take much time. Turnovers are a type of pastry made from shortcrust or flaky dough with various fillings. Turnovers can be sweet, meat-filled, or vegetable-filled. Traditionally, turnovers are baked, but they can also be fried in a pan. Zucchini turnovers go well with a green salad. They can be served with tea or coffee.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Preheat the oven to 220 degrees. Grate the zucchini, place it in a bowl and add salt. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
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Step 2
2. Dry the zucchini with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
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Step 3
3. In a medium bowl, beat together 5 eggs, 1/2 teaspoon oregano, salt, and pepper. In a small bowl, beat the remaining egg with 1 tablespoon of water. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Pour in the egg mixture (from 5 eggs) and stir for 1 minute. Transfer the eggs to a plate.
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Step 4
4. Place the puff pastry on the work surface. Cut into squares. Brush the pastry with the egg and water mixture using a brush. Place a portion of scrambled eggs on each pastry square. Top with grated cheddar cheese and zucchini. Cover with another pastry square, sealing the edges. You can use a fork to do this. Repeat with the remaining pastry and filling.
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Step 5
5. Place the turnovers on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush with a mixture of egg and water. Bake the turnovers until golden brown, about 20-25 minutes.
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Step 6
6. If desired, you can sprinkle them with a small amount of grated cheese about 15 minutes into baking.
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Step 7
7. Let cool slightly and serve.