Hey Buddies!
Today we’re making Meat Pie, sit down, relax and enjoy!
Ingredients:
For the pastry:
• 500g all-purpose flour
• 250g cold butter (cubed)
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 egg (for egg wash)
• Cold water (about 1/4 cup)
For The Filling:
• 250g minced beef
• 2 medium potatoes (diced)
• 1 carrot (diced)
• 1 spring onion (chopped)
• 1 bell pepper or paprika (chopped)
• 1 small onion (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon flour (for thickening)
• 1/4 cup water (or meat stock)
• Salt and Red Pepper flakes (to taste)
• Cameroon Pepper (optional, to taste)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Pastry:
• In a large bowl, mix the flour and salt.
• Add the cold butter cubes and rub into the flour until it resembles breadcrumbs.
• Gradually add cold water, a little at a time, mixing until the dough comes together. Knead briefly to form a smooth dough.
• Wrap the dough in cling film and chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
2. Prepare the Filling:
• Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
• Add the onions, spring onion, bell pepper (or paprika), potatoes, and carrots, and cook for a few minutes.
• Add the minced beef and cook until browned
• Stir in the flour and cook for another minute.
• Add the beef stock and simmer until the filling thickens and the vegetables are tender. Season with salt, pepper, thyme, and curry powder.
• Let the filling cool.
3. Assemble the Meat Pies:
• Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
• Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness. Cut out circles using a round cutter or the rim of a bowl.
• Place a spoonful of the filling in the center of each circle.
• Fold the dough over to form a semi-circle and press the edges with a fork to seal.
• Place the pies on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
• Beat the egg and brush the tops of the pies with it for a golden finish.
4. Bake:
• Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
Enjoy your meat pies!