Five Savory Hamantaschen to Try This Purim

by Bunmi Laditan

Chances are you've had poppyseed, strawberry, and chocolate hamantaschen. Here are a few savory recipes that will add a little something extra to your Purim table.

Savory Persian Herb and Cheese Hamantaschen

From Kosher.com "Hamantaschen, the traditional triangular Ashkenazic Purim pastries, are typically a sweet treat. I’ve taken a savory approach here, using spring herbs, a Persian favorite, to honor Esther and Mordechai’s heritage, as well as the season."

Try it here: https://www.kosher.com/recipe/savory-persian-herb-and-cheese-hamantaschen-6660

Carmelized Onion Hamantaschen

"Sweet recipes like raspberry jam and prune filling are popular, but I went crazy this year with a savory caramelized onion hamantaschen."

Try it: https://whatjewwannaeat.com/savory-caramelized-onion-hamantaschen/

Barbecue Meatball Hamamtaschen

"I demoe’d these BBQ Meatball Hamantaschen at a recent cooking demo that I did, and everyone went crazy over this super-easy, absolutely delicious savory hamantaschen recipe. So I knew I had to be a nice blogger and share it with all of you guys. and here we are! These will definitely be on the menu at my purim seudah, and you should put them on your menu too."

Try it: https://overtimecook.com/2018/02/15/bbq-meatball-hamantaschen/

Pizza Hamantaschen

Kid-friendly and customizable.

Try it here: https://family-friends-food.com/pizza-hamantaschen/

Shakshuka Hamantaschen

This is certainly a unique spin on hamantaschen and will leave a lasting impression.

Try it: https://whatjewwannaeat.com/shakshuka-hamantaschen/

Enjoy and chag sameach! 🎭