Jamaican Beef Patties (Aka Meat Pies or Pasties)

Jamaican beef patties are believed to have been inspired by the British Cornish pasties brought to Jamaica during the colonial era.

This is high protein and non vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 75 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 19.

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Jamaican Beef Patties (Aka Meat Pies or Pasties)

Cooking Method: Baking, Frying Cuisine: Jamaican Courses: Appetizers, Lunch Recipe Keys: High Protein Non Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 35 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 15 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 2400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• For the pastry:
• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter
• ¹⁄₄ cup Cold water
• For the filling:
• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 2 clove Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pepper Scotch bonnet pepper, seeded and finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon Thyme leaves
• 1 teaspoon Curry powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Ground allspice
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Black pepper
• ¹⁄₄ cup Beef broth
• ¹⁄₄ cup Bread crumbs
• 1 large Egg, beaten

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, mix the flour, turmeric powder, and salt for the pastry. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add cold water and mix until the dough comes together. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
2. In a skillet, cook the ground beef, onion, garlic, Scotch bonnet pepper, thyme, curry powder, allspice, salt, and black pepper over medium heat until the beef is browned. Stir in the beef broth and bread crumbs. Cook for an additional 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
3. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out the pastry dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8 inch thickness. Cut out circles using a round cookie cutter or a small bowl.
4. Place a spoonful of the beef filling onto one half of each pastry circle. Fold the other half over to create a half-moon shape. Press the edges together to seal and crimp with a fork.
5. Place the patties on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops with beaten egg. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
6. Allow the patties to rest for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 400kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 5g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.