Tesco Cornish Pasties

Bring a taste of Cornwall to your kitchen with these traditional Tesco Cornish Pasties—hearty hand-held pies packed with robust, comforting flavors. This recipe combines a buttery, flaky shortcrust pastry with a rich, savory filling of tender diced beef skirt, creamy potato, sweet swede, and aromatic onion, all seasoned to perfection with salt and black pepper. Perfectly golden and irresistibly tempting, each pasty is crafted with care, offering a satisfying bite that's perfect for lunch, dinner, or a picnic on the go. With clear step-by-step instructions and classic ingredients, you'll master the art of creating this iconic British dish, beloved for its rich history and rustic charm. Whether enjoyed warm or cold, these Cornish pasties are a true celebration of wholesome comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:40 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g Plain flour
• 125 g Cold butter, cubed
• 125 g Cold lard, cubed
• 150 ml Cold water
• 450 g Beef skirt, diced
• 300 g Potato, finely diced
• 175 g Swede (rutabaga), finely diced
• 150 g Onion, finely chopped
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Black pepper
• 1 Egg, beaten (for glazing)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the plain flour, cold butter, and lard. Use your fingertips to rub the fats into the flour until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.

Step 2

Gradually add cold water, a tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough comes together. Form the dough into a ball, wrap in cling film, and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.

Step 3

While the pastry chills, prepare the filling. In a large bowl, mix the diced beef skirt, potato, swede, and onion. Season with salt and black pepper, ensuring everything is evenly coated.

Step 4

Preheat the oven to 200°C (180°C fan)/400°F/gas mark 6. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

Step 5

On a lightly floured surface, divide the dough into four equal portions. Roll each portion out into a circle approximately 20cm in diameter.

Step 6

Place an equal amount of the filling mixture in the center of each pastry circle, leaving a 2cm border around the edges.

Step 7

Fold each pastry circle in half to encase the filling, creating a semi-circular shape. Pinch and crimp the edges to seal tightly.

Step 8

Transfer the pasties to the prepared baking tray. Brush the tops with beaten egg to give them a golden finish during baking.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the filling is steaming hot.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or cold!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2033.6 grams (2033.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5408

Total Fat 328.30g	421%
Saturated Fat 152.60g	763%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 897mg	299%
Sodium 3643mg	158%
Total Carbohydrate 465.30g	169%
Dietary Fiber 24.70g	88%
Total Sugars 17.90g
Protein 143.30g	287%

Vitamin D 104IU	518%
Calcium 350mg	27%
Iron 39mg	217%
Potassium 3869mg	82%

*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: 54.8%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 34.5%