Aussie Party Pies
Serve up a taste of Australia with these irresistible Aussie Party Pies, the ultimate bite-sized comfort food perfect for any gathering or celebration. These savory mini pies are filled with a rich, flavorful beef mince mixture, simmered with garlic, onion, Worcestershire sauce, and tomato paste, then encased in a buttery shortcrust base and topped with flaky puff pastry. Ideal for entertaining, these golden, hand-held delights are easy to prepare and make 24 servings. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue, game night, or simply craving a snack-sized treat, these Aussie Party Pies bring the perfect balance of hearty flavor and portable convenience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium brown onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 500 grams beef mince (ground beef)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 375 ml beef stock
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 sheets puff pastry sheets
- 2 sheets shortcrust pastry sheets
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F).
Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion is soft and translucent, about 3 minutes.
Add the beef mince to the pan. Cook, breaking up with a wooden spoon, until browned all over, approximately 6-8 minutes.
Sprinkle the flour over the beef mixture and stir to coat the meat evenly.
Gradually pour in the beef stock, stirring constantly to avoid lumps, then add the Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer uncovered for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened considerably. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
Using a round cutter or similar object, cut 24 rounds from the shortcrust pastry sheets to fit into a mini muffin or tartlet pan. Gently press each round into the pan.
Fill each pastry case with the beef mixture, ensuring an even distribution.
Cut 24 slightly smaller rounds from the puff pastry sheets to form the lids of the pies. Place them carefully on top of the filled pastry cases, pressing the edges to seal.
Lightly brush the tops of the puff pastry with the beaten egg to ensure a golden finish.
Prick the top of each pie with a fork to allow steam to escape during cooking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and flaky.
Allow the pies to cool for a few minutes in the pan before transferring them to a wire rack to cool further before serving. Enjoy your party!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2513 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 180.3 g | 231% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.4 g | 307% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 585 mg | 195% | |
| Sodium | 4115 mg | 179% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 115.8 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.1 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.2 g | ||
| Protein | 109.6 g | 219% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 255 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 21.7 mg | 121% | |
| Potassium | 2436 mg | 52% | |
*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.
