English Beef Steak Pie

Savor the hearty flavors of an authentic English Beef Steak Pie, a classic comfort food that promises to warm your soul. This recipe features tender, slow-cooked stewing beef simmered with carrots, onions, and mushrooms in a rich, savory beef stock infused with Worcestershire sauce and fresh thyme. Encased in buttery shortcrust pastry and baked to golden perfection, this pie boasts a flaky crust that beautifully complements the robust filling. With its irresistible aroma and satisfying texture, it's an ideal dish for cozy family dinners or a special Sunday lunch. Serve this traditional beef pie with creamy mashed potatoes or steamed greens for the ultimate homestyle meal. Perfect for meat lovers and enthusiasts of classic British cuisine, this recipe is a must-try comfort food gem!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:120 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams stewing beef, cubed
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 large carrot, diced
• 150 grams button mushrooms, sliced
• 400 milliliters beef stock
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 250 grams shortcrust pastry
• 1 large egg, beaten

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, toss the cubed beef with the all-purpose flour until evenly coated.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or heavy-based saucepan over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Add the floured beef to the skillet in batches, searing on all sides until browned. Remove and set aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and cook for about 5 minutes, until soft and translucent.

Step 6

Stir in the diced carrot and sliced mushrooms. Cook for another 5 minutes.

Step 7

Return the beef to the skillet and pour in the beef stock. Add Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and black pepper.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, reduce the heat to low, and cook for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender and the gravy is thickened.

Step 9

Grease a pie dish and roll out the shortcrust pastry to fit the base and sides of the dish.

Step 10

Spoon the beef and gravy mixture into the pastry-lined dish.

Step 11

Roll out the remaining pastry to form a lid for the pie, placing it over the filling.

Step 12

Trim and crimp the edges to seal, and cut a small slit in the center of the pastry lid to allow steam to escape.

Step 13

Brush the top of the pie with the beaten egg for a golden finish.

Step 14

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and crisp.

Step 15

Remove from the oven and let the pie cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1644.4 grams (1644.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2792

Total Fat 184.80g	237%
Saturated Fat 71.40g	357%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 535mg	178%
Sodium 5263mg	229%
Total Carbohydrate 167.40g	61%
Dietary Fiber 12.50g	45%
Total Sugars 16.90g
Protein 129.30g	259%

Vitamin D 55IU	275%
Calcium 242mg	19%
Iron 21mg	118%
Potassium 2851mg	61%

*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: 58.4%

Protein: 18.1%

Carbs: 23.5%