Beef and Vegetable Pastie

Delight in the comforting flavors of homemade Beef and Vegetable Pasties, a classic savory pastry that's as satisfying as it is versatile. This recipe features a flaky, buttery crust enveloping a hearty filling of tender minced beef, diced potatoes, carrots, peas, and a hint of Worcestershire sauce for a rich, umami kick. Perfectly seasoned and baked to golden perfection, these pasties make an ideal handheld meal for lunch, dinner, or an easy on-the-go snack. With step-by-step instructions to create the shortcrust pastry from scratch, you'll enjoy the authentic touch of homemade goodness in every bite. Serve them fresh from the oven or pack them up as the ultimate grab-and-go comfort food. Whether you're cooking for the family or meal-prepping for the week, these savory delights are sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 grams all-purpose flour
• 250 grams unsalted butter
• 125 milliliters cold water
• 1 egg
• 300 grams beef chuck, minced
• 200 grams potato, peeled and diced
• 100 grams carrot, peeled and diced
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 100 grams frozen peas
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon milk

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F).

Step 2

To make the pastry, in a large bowl, mix the flour and a pinch of salt. Cube the cold butter and add it to the flour. Use your fingertips to rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.

Step 3

Gradually add the cold water, mixing with a knife until it comes together to form a dough. Knead gently, wrap in cling film, and chill in the refrigerator while you prepare the filling.

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.

Step 5

Increase the heat slightly and add the minced beef, browning it while breaking it up with a spoon.

Step 6

Stir in the diced potato, carrot, and frozen peas. Season with Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are just tender. Let it cool slightly.

Step 7

Divide the pastry into 6 equal portions and roll each into a circle about 15cm in diameter on a lightly floured surface.

Step 8

Place a generous amount of the filling onto one half of each pastry circle, leaving a border around the edge. Brush the edges with a little water, then fold the pastry over the filling to enclose it.

Step 9

Press the edges together firmly, then crimp with your fingers or a fork to seal.

Step 10

Beat the egg with the tablespoon of milk to make an egg wash. Brush over each pastie.

Step 11

Place the pasties on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and allow the pasties to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1787.2 grams (1787.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4927

Total Fat 300.40g	385%
Saturated Fat 153.80g	769%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.20g
Cholesterol 991mg	330%
Sodium 3037mg	132%
Total Carbohydrate 455.50g	166%
Dietary Fiber 26.30g	94%
Total Sugars 19.90g
Protein 121.10g	242%

Vitamin D 55IU	273%
Calcium 333mg	26%
Iron 36mg	202%
Potassium 3179mg	68%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.0%

Protein: 9.7%

Carbs: 36.4%