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Ingredients
3 3/4 c. Frozen petit peas, defrosted1 Tbs. Extra virgin olive oil
2 ea. Jalapeno peppers, seeded and minced
1 Tbs. Grated ginger
1/2 Tbs. Lemon juice
1 Tsp. Honey
1 Tbs. Cilantro, minced
1 Tbs. Mint, minced
10 ea. Phyllo sheets
Olive oil spray
Directions
Place peas between several layers of kitchen towels to absorb excess liquid. Place in a food processor and pulse until reduced to a coarse pulp. Combine with oil, peppers, ginger, lemon juice and honey in a large skillet. Saute over moderate heat for 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in the herbs. Let cool and divide into 24 portions.Preheat oven to 350F. Cut phyllo sheets in half lengthwise and fourths crosswise, forming 80 4 X 6" squares. Cover phyllo with slightly damp towel. Lay one square on a sheet of waxed paper. Spray it with olive oil. Repeat with 2 more squares. Place a portion of the filling in the center. Bring up the opposite corners of the phyllo crimp firmly and twist the ends to form purses each with a pointed top. Repeat with remaining phyllo. Spray baking sheets with oil. Transfer pastries to sheet and bake until golden brown 20 to 25 minutes. Transfer to a platter and serve at once.
