Gluten-Free Jamaican Beef Patty

Savor the bold flavors of island cuisine with this Gluten-Free Jamaican Beef Patty recipe, a delicious twist on the Caribbean classic! Featuring a flaky, turmeric-spiced crust made from gluten-free flour and tender cold butter, these savory hand pies are packed with a fragrant filling of seasoned ground beef, onions, garlic, and warming spices like allspice and curry powder. For extra heat, optional Scotch bonnet peppers can add a fiery kick, making each bite a true flavor adventure. Perfectly golden and irresistibly crispy, these patties are ideal as a snack, appetizer, or main dish. Easy to customize and naturally gluten-free, they’re the ultimate comfort food that brings Jamaican street food vibes to your kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:60 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:95 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups Gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Xanthan gum
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1.5 teaspoons Turmeric powder
• 1 cup Cold unsalted butter
• 8 tablespoons Ice water
• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 whole Scotch bonnet pepper, finely chopped (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground allspice
• 1 teaspoon Thyme
• 2 teaspoons Curry powder
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs (gluten-free)
• 0.5 cup Beef broth
• 1 large Egg

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, mix the gluten-free flour, xanthan gum, salt, and turmeric powder.

Step 2

Cut the cold butter into small cubes and add them to the dry ingredients.

Step 3

Using a pastry cutter or your hands, blend the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Gradually add ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough starts to come together. Form it into a ball, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Step 5

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, and drain excess fat.

Step 6

Add the chopped onion, garlic, and optional Scotch bonnet pepper to the beef. Cook until the onions are translucent.

Step 7

Stir in the allspice, thyme, and curry powder, and cook for another 2 minutes to toast the spices.

Step 8

Add the gluten-free breadcrumbs and beef broth, stirring until well combined. Cook until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.

Step 9

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 10

Divide the chilled dough into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball, then flatten it into a circle about 5 inches in diameter.

Step 11

Place a spoonful of the beef filling onto one half of each circle, leaving space around the edges.

Step 12

Fold the dough over the filling to form a semicircle. Press and crimp the edges with a fork to seal.

Step 13

Place the patties on the prepared baking sheet. Beat the egg and brush it over the tops of the patties.

Step 14

Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.

Step 15

Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your gluten-free Jamaican beef patties!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1453 grams (1453.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4050

Total Fat 287.40g	368%
Saturated Fat 156.90g	785%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 1037mg	346%
Sodium 5156mg	224%
Total Carbohydrate 287.00g	104%
Dietary Fiber 14.10g	50%
Total Sugars 9.00g
Protein 99.60g	199%

Vitamin D 170IU	852%
Calcium 279mg	21%
Iron 18mg	98%
Potassium 1721mg	37%

*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: 62.6%

Protein: 9.6%

Carbs: 27.8%