Ingredients:
For the filling:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 cup mushrooms, chopped
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons flour (use a gluten-free alternative if needed)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the crust:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (or a gluten-free flour blend)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup vegan butter, chilled and cubed
- 4-6 tablespoons ice water
Instructions:
For the filling:
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent.
- Add the minced garlic, diced carrots, and celery. Cook for a few minutes until they begin to soften.
- Stir in the chopped mushrooms and cook until they release their moisture and start to brown.
- Add frozen peas, vegetable broth, soy sauce, tomato paste, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 5-7 minutes.
- Sprinkle in the flour and stir until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and set aside.
For the crust:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Add the chilled and cubed vegan butter.
- Use a pastry cutter or fork to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough comes together.
- Form the dough into a ball, flatten it into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Assembly:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thickness.
- Use a round cutter or a cup to cut out circles for the pie crusts.
- Press each circle of dough into the cups of a muffin tin to form the crusts.
- Spoon the prepared vegetable filling into each crust.
- Bake for about 20-25 minutes or until the crusts are golden brown.
- Allow the mini pot pies to cool slightly before serving.
Approximate Nutritional Information (per serving, assuming 12 servings):
- Calories: 180-200 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 20-25 grams
- Fiber: 3-5 grams
- Protein: 3-5 grams
- Fat: 10-12 grams