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Jamaican Meat Pie

A golden, flaky pastry filled with savory spiced meat, perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Jamaican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pastry
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup cold water
Filling
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp thyme
  • 1/2 tsp allspice
  • 1/4 cup beef broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Rolling pin
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Pastry brush

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt.
  2. Add the cold cubed butter to the flour and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Gradually pour in the cold water, mixing until the dough comes together.
  4. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  5. In a skillet, sauté the onions and garlic until softened.
  6. Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned.
  7. Stir in thyme, allspice, beef broth, salt, and pepper.
  8. Roll out the dough on a floured surface and cut into circles.
  9. Place a spoonful of filling on one half of each circle, then fold over and seal the edges.
  10. For a golden crust, brush the tops with an egg wash before baking.

Notes

These pies can be made ahead and frozen for later enjoyment.