Aussie Minced Beef and Veggie Pies
Inspired by the hearty pub fare of Australia, these savory pies are a delightful blend of minced beef, fresh vegetables, and fragrant herbs wrapped in a flaky, golden pastry. Perfectly satisfying, they capture the essence of rustic Australian comfort food in every bite.
Ingredients
Pastry
- 2 sheets puff pastry - Store-bought, thawed
Pie Filling
1 tbsp olive oil - Extra virgin for added flavor
1 cup onion - Finely chopped
2 cloves garlic - Minced
500 g ground beef (minced beef) - Grass-fed for best flavor
1 cup carrots - Diced into small cubes
¾ cup peas - Frozen, thawed
1 tbsp tomato paste - Rich, concentrated variety
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce - Provides a tangy depth
2 tbsp beef stock - Low sodium
1 pinch salt - Season according to preference
1 pinch ground black pepper - Freshly ground
1 large egg - Beaten, for egg wash
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F).
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, add the olive oil. Sauté the onions until translucent, stirring occasionally for about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Increase the heat to medium-high; add the minced beef. Cook, breaking up any lumps, until browned, approximately 7 minutes.
- Stir in the diced carrots and cook for another 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Add the peas, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and beef stock. Stir well to combine. Let simmer for about 10 minutes until the mixture thickens. Season with salt and pepper.
- Roll out the thawed pastry sheets slightly. Cut into circles large enough to line four 12 cm (4.7 inches) pie tins, and another four slightly smaller circles for the lids.
- Fill each pie tin with the beef and veggie filling. Brush the edges of the pastry with the egg wash, then place the pastry lids on top. Seal and crimp the edges with a fork. Brush the tops with egg wash.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and crispy.
- Allow pies to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
For a lighter option, substitute the minced beef with minced turkey. If pie tins are unavailable, you can use a muffin tray for smaller, party-friendly pies.
Nutrition
Calories: 1102kcalCarbohydrates: 68gProtein: 35gFat: 77gSaturated Fat: 22gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 40gTrans Fat: 2gCholesterol: 135mgSodium: 543mgPotassium: 751mgFiber: 5gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 5688IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 78mgIron: 7mg
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