Fried pie

Fried pie is a type of pie that is fried rather than baked. Originating from the Southern United States, fried pies are a popular dessert and snack food. They are often filled with fruit, but can also contain other fillings such as chocolate or meat.

History

Fried pies have a long history in the Southern United States, where they were traditionally made by housewives using leftover pie dough and fruit. The pies were then fried in lard, giving them a distinctive taste and texture. Today, fried pies are a staple of Southern cuisine and are enjoyed by people all over the world.

Preparation

To make a fried pie, a small amount of pie filling is placed onto a circle of pie dough. The dough is then folded over the filling and crimped to seal it. The pie is then fried until golden brown. While fruit fillings are traditional, modern variations of fried pies can contain a wide variety of fillings, from sweet to savory.

Variations

There are many variations of fried pies around the world. In the United Kingdom, a similar dish is known as a pastie. In Latin America, empanadas are a popular type of fried pie. In Russia, pirozhki are a similar dish.

See also

• List of pies, tarts and flans
• List of desserts
• List of fried dough foods