Canadian Prairie Tourtie Re
Experience the comforting flavors of the Canadian Prairies with this traditional Tourtière recipe, a savory meat pie that’s perfect for holidays or hearty family dinners. Made with a rich filling of ground beef, ground pork, and mashed potatoes, this dish is elevated by warm spices like cloves, cinnamon, and thyme. Encased in a buttery, homemade pastry crust, this pie is baked to golden perfection, offering a flaky, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Easy-to-follow instructions guide you through creating a beautifully crimped crust and ensuring a well-seasoned filling. Serve this classic Canadian dish warm with a side salad or chutney for a meal that's deliciously rustic and full of heritage. Keywords: Canadian Prairie Tourtière, traditional meat pie, savory pie recipe, holiday main dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g ground beef
- 500 g ground pork
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 stalks celery, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 250 ml beef broth
- 0.5 tsp cloves, ground
- 0.5 tsp cinnamon, ground
- 1 tsp thyme, dried
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper, freshly cracked
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 0.5 cup cold water
- 1 large egg, beaten for egg wash
Instructions
In a large skillet, melt the 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, celery, and garlic. Sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the ground beef and pork to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks.
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, boil the diced potatoes until fork-tender, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and mash them lightly with a fork. Set aside.
Once the meat is browned, add the mashed potatoes, beef broth, ground cloves, cinnamon, thyme, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Mix thoroughly. Simmer over low heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Let the filling cool slightly.
To prepare the pie crust, combine the flour and chilled cubed butter in a large mixing bowl. Use a pastry cutter or your hands to blend the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Slowly add the cold water, a tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together. Divide the dough into two equal portions and shape them into disks. Wrap with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
On a floured surface, roll out one disk of dough into a circle large enough to fit into a 9-inch pie dish. Gently press it into the dish and trim any overhang.
Spoon the slightly cooled filling into the pie crust, spreading it evenly.
Roll out the second disk of dough for the top crust. Place it over the filling and trim any excess. Pinch or crimp the edges to seal. Cut a few small slits on the top crust to allow steam to escape.
Brush the top crust with the beaten egg for a golden finish.
Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden and flaky.
Allow the pie to cool slightly before slicing and serving. Enjoy your Canadian Prairie Tourtière!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6305 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 418.2 g | 536% | |
| Saturated Fat | 212.0 g | 1060% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1569 mg | 523% | |
| Sodium | 4153 mg | 181% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 371.6 g | 135% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.2 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.9 g | ||
| Protein | 269.9 g | 540% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 504 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 34.2 mg | 190% | |
| Potassium | 4103 mg | 87% | |
*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.
