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Shortcrust Pastry (DVC)

Tarla Dalal
06 December, 2024
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Preparation Time
10 Mins
Cooking Time
None Mins
Total Time
10 Mins
Makes
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Ingredients
225 gms plain flour (maida)
115 gms cold margarine or
a pinch of salt
Method
- Sieve the flour and salt together.
- Cut the margarine with a knife. Rub into the flour with finger tips.
- Gradually add enough ice-cold wate (approx. 2 to 3 tablespoons) to make the dough into a rolling consistency.
- Lightly flour the rolling pin and the pastry board.
- Roll the pastry to required thickness and shape, lifting and turning to keep it light.
- As a general ruls, pastry should be baked in a hot oven at 450°F but exact baking times and temperatures are given in individual recipes.
Shortcrust Pastry (DVC) recipe with step by step photos
Nutrient values (Abbrv)per plate
Energy | 1604 cal |
Protein | 25.7 g |
Carbohydrates | 166.9 g |
Fiber | 0.7 g |
Fat | 94.8 g |
Cholesterol | 0 mg |
Sodium | 144 mg |
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Big Foodie
March 13, 2025, midnight
This pastry tastes great on its own!!!