Vegan Zucchini Pocket Pie

Step 1

Soak dried wood ear mushrooms in water until fully hydrated, then slice them into thin shreds.

Step 2

Shred zucchini and carrot into separate bowls. Massage zucchini with 1 teaspoon of salt and carrot with ½ teaspoon of salt. Let them sit for at least 15 minutes.

Step 3

Soak a bunch of dried mung bean vermicelli in hot water until soft, if using. Drain and snip it into smaller chunks.

Step 4

When ready, place zucchini in a nut milk bag and wring out the moisture. Repeat the same for carrots.

Step 5

Place all ingredients in a bowl along with chopped green onions.

Step 6

Season with vegan oyster sauce, mushroom seasoning, white pepper, and toasted sesame oil. Taste test and add more salt if needed. I added an extra ½ teaspoon.

Step 7

Mix all ingredients using a pair of chopsticks until well combined.

Step 8

Place a slightly thawed frozen pancake on a work surface. The pancake is in between two wraps, keep it this way. Using a rolling pin, roll out the pancake into a larger circle, about 10 to 12-inches in diameter.

Step 9

Remove the top wrap. Place a mound of filling on one side of the pancake.

Step 10

Lift the bottom wrap to meet the top. Pinch all the openings to get a half-moon pocket pie. Use a fork or your fingers to pleat to seal the openings completely. Slightly flattened the pocket pie so it will cook evenly later.

Step 11

To bake, preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Place pockets on a greased baking pan and spray or brush the top with oil. Bake for 15-20 minutes, then flip and continue to bake for another 8 - 10 minutes until golden brown. Oven temperature varies, so please watch the pockets carefully during the last 5-10 minutes or so and adjust the heat accordingly.

Step 12

To pan fry, set a non-stick pan over medium heat and add a drizzle of oil. Place the pocket in and pan fry for about 10-12 minutes until golden. Flip and continue cooking. When both sides are golden, push the pocket to the rim of the pan to cook the sides of the pocket until all dough is fully cooked through.

Step 13

To air fry, preheat the air fryer to 390°F for 3 minutes. Spray the inner basket with oil. Place the pockets in and spray or brush the top with more oil. Air fry for about 10 minutes or until golden brown. You may turn once or twice in between so both sides cook evenly. [I have a small air fryer, so I could only fit in 2]

Step 14

Serve immediately.