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Australian Meat Pie Recipe

The Australian Meat Pie's journey is a testament to the nation's ability to embrace tradition while adapting to modern tastes.
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Equipment

  • 1 large skillet
  • 4 pie dishes
  • 1 basting brush
  • 1 medium mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

For The Pie Filling

  • 1 pound ground beef (minced beef)
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomatoe paste
  • 1 tablespoon worcestershire suace
  • 1 teaspoon beef bouillon or stock powder (optional, for extra flavor)
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • dash salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (to thicken)

For The Pie Crust

  • 2 sheets store-bought shortcrust pastry (or homemade if preferred)
  • 2 sheets store-bought puff pastry (or homemade if preferred)
  • 1 egg beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions
 

Prepare The Filling

  • In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened.
  • Add the minced garlic and ground beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking up the beef with a spoon, until it's browned and cooked through.
  • Stir in the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, beef bouillon (if using), and flour. Cook for a few minutes to eliminate the raw taste of the flour.
  • Pour in the beef broth and stir until the mixture thickens. Simmer for about 5 minutes until the filling reaches a consistency that clings to the spoon.
  • Season the filling with salt and pepper to taste. Remove it from heat and let it cool.

Assemble The Pies

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Roll out the shortcrust pastry sheets to fit your pie dishes. Line the base and sides of four individual pie dishes or one large pie dish with the pastry.
  • Divide the cooled meat filling evenly among the pie dishes.
  • Roll out the puff pastry sheets to cover the pies as the top crust. Trim any excess pastry and crimp the edges to seal the pies. You can use the leftover pastry to decorate the tops.

Baking The Meat Pies

  • Brush the tops of the pies with beaten egg for a beautiful golden finish.
  • Using a sharp knife, make small slits in the top pastry to allow steam to escape.
  • Place the pies on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and flaky.

Serve your Australian Meat Pies hot as a comforting and delicious meal.

  • These hearty meat pies are perfect for anyoccasion and are often enjoyed with ketchup or tomato sauce. They're a belovedstaple in Australian cuisine and make for a satisfying and flavorful dish.