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Konstanzer Seele

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A delightful German pastry featuring a savory filling of chicken, spinach, and quark, encased in a tender dough. Perfect for a satisfying snack or light meal.

Ingredients

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For the Dough:

  • 500 g Flour
  • 250 ml Water, lukewarm
  • 1 packet Dry yeast
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable oil, neutral (e.g., sunflower or rapeseed oil)

For the Filling:

  • 300 g Chicken breast fillet, cooked and diced
  • 150 g Spinach, blanched
  • 100 g Quark
  • Pepper and nutmeg, to taste

Instructions

Dough Preparation:

  1. In a large bowl, combine flour with dry yeast and salt.
  2. Slowly add lukewarm water and oil.
  3. Mix with a wooden spoon until a coarse dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough well on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until elastic.
  5. Place in an oiled bowl and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, covered.

Filling Preparation:

  1. Cook the chicken breast fillet and dice it.
  2. Drain the blanched spinach well and chop finely.
  3. Combine both in a bowl with the quark.
  4. Season with pepper and nutmeg to taste.

Assembly and Baking:

  1. Roll out the risen dough thinly on a floured surface (approx. 3 mm thick).
  2. Cut out circles using a glass or round cutter.
  3. Place a tablespoon of the filling on each circle.
  4. Press the edges firmly and fold the ‘Seelen’ into a crescent shape.
  5. Place the filled ‘Seelen’ on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  6. Bake in a preheated oven at 200 degrees Celsius for about 20 minutes, until golden brown.

Notes

Tips and Storage:

  • Store the ‘Seele’ in an airtight container to keep it fresh.
  • Briefly reheat the ‘Seele’ in the oven for crispy edges.
  • Serve with butter and jam for added flavor.
  • Use fresh herbs in the dough for more aroma.

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Keywords: Konstanzer Seele, German pastry, chicken spinach quark, baked dough, savory pastry, traditional recipe

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