Heart-Healthy Homemade Steak Pie
Indulge in the robust flavors of this Heart-Healthy Homemade Steak Pie—an irresistible, lighter take on a comfort food classic. Packed with lean beef stew meat, tender vegetables like carrots, celery, and peas, and simmered in a rich blend of low-sodium beef stock and red wine, this recipe is the perfect blend of hearty and health-conscious. The beef filling is nestled under a wholesome whole-wheat pastry crust that's brushed with beaten egg for a golden finish. With simple steps and nutritious ingredients, this steak pie is not only delicious but also ideal for those looking to enjoy traditional flavors while maintaining a balanced diet. Served piping hot, it’s perfect for cozy dinners, so make this wholesome dish today and savor its guilt-free goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Lean beef stew meat
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 2 medium Carrot, diced
- 2 Celery stalk, diced
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 500 ml Low-sodium beef stock
- 100 ml Red wine
- 2 tablespoons Whole-wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 Bay leaf
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 100 grams Frozen peas
- 1 Whole-wheat pastry crust
- 1 Egg, beaten
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).
In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the beef and brown on all sides, then remove from the pot and set aside.
In the same pot, add the remaining olive oil and sauté the onions, carrots, and celery until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Stir in the whole-wheat flour until the vegetables are coated, then slowly pour in the red wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
Return the beef to the pot, add the beef stock, thyme, bay leaf, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer, cover the pot, and let cook on low heat for 1.5 hours or until the beef is tender.
Once the beef is tender, stir in the frozen peas and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Transfer the filling to a pie dish and allow it to cool slightly.
Roll out the whole-wheat pastry crust and place it over the pie dish, trimming any excess around the edges. Press down gently to seal the edges.
Brush the top of the pastry with the beaten egg to encourage a golden crust.
Make a few small slits in the crust to allow steam to escape.
Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 45 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.
Allow the pie to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy this heart-healthy twist on a classic comfort food.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
471 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.6 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.0 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 157 mg | 52% | |
| Sodium | 247 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.7 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.1 g | ||
| Protein | 45.8 g | 92% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 80 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 861 mg | 18% | |
*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.
