Rustic Puff Pastry alla Diavola

The rustic puff pastry alla diavola is a tasty dish that combines the crispiness of puff pastry with a rich and spicy filling. Here is the recipe with an Italian touch:

Ingredients

• 1 roll of rectangular puff pastry
• 200 g spicy salami, cubed
• 150 g spicy provolone cheese, cubed
• 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
• 100 g tomato passata
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1 clove of garlic, finely chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 egg (for brushing the pastry)

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 200 °C (fan).
2. Roll out the puff pastry on a work surface, keeping its parchment paper underneath.
3. In a bowl, combine the salami, provolone, red bell pepper, tomato passata, chopped garlic, and oregano. Mix everything well and adjust the salt and pepper to your taste.
4. Spread the filling evenly over half of the pastry, leaving a border of about 1 cm free.
5. Fold the other half of the pastry over the filling and press the edges to seal them well.
6. Brush the surface of the pastry with the beaten egg. This will help achieve a golden and crispy finish.
7. Make a few cuts on the surface of the pastry to allow moisture to escape during baking.
8. Bake the rustic puff pastry alla diavola for about 20-25 minutes or until the surface is well golden and crispy.
9. Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.

Fun Fact

The term “alla diavola” in Italian cuisine often refers to spicy dishes. The spiciness is usually provided by the addition of chili or other strong-flavored ingredients such as spicy salami or spicy provolone cheese, ingredients that are well suited to stimulating the palate!

You can serve this rustic puff pastry as an appetizer, cut into small squares, or as a main course accompanied by a fresh green salad.