Low Fat Classic Beef Pasty
Savor the comforting flavors of a "Low Fat Classic Beef Pasty," a healthier twist on the traditional Cornish favorite. This recipe combines tender lean ground beef, hearty diced potato, sweet carrot, and flavorful peas, seasoned to perfection with thyme, salt, and pepper. Encased in a light yet satisfying whole wheat pastry, these pasties are brushed with egg white for a golden, flaky finish. With just 2 tablespoons of olive oil in the dough, they deliver all the rich, savory goodness you crave in a beef pasty without the added guilt. Ideal as a nutritious weeknight dinner or a meal-prep option, these baked pastries are not only low in fat but packed with wholesome ingredients, making them a crowd-pleasing, family-friendly choice. Whether served warm with a crisp salad or enjoyed as a grab-and-go snack, this traditional dish gets a modern, healthy makeover you’ll love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams lean ground beef
- 1 medium potato
- 1 medium carrot
- 1 medium onion
- 75 grams frozen peas
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 250 grams whole wheat flour
- 85 milliliters cold water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large egg white
Instructions
Preheat oven to 200°C (390°F).
Peel the potato and carrot, then cut them into small cubes. Dice the onion finely.
In a large bowl, combine the lean ground beef, potato, carrot, onion, and frozen peas.
Season the mixture with salt, pepper, and dried thyme. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
To make the pastry, place the whole wheat flour in a large bowl, add olive oil, and mix until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
Gradually add cold water to the flour mixture, stirring until a dough forms. Knead the dough lightly on a floured surface until smooth.
Divide the dough into 4 equal portions. Roll each portion out into a circle about 1/8 inch thick.
Spoon a quarter of the beef filling onto the center of each dough circle.
Brush the edges of the pastry circles with a little water, then fold over the filling to form a semi-circle. Press the edges together to seal, crimping if desired.
Place the pasties on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops with egg white to give a nice glaze.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and crispy.
Remove from oven and allow the pasties to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1838 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.6 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.8 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 159 mg | 53% | |
| Sodium | 2892 mg | 126% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 244.8 g | 89% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.7 g | 145% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.4 g | ||
| Protein | 97.7 g | 195% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 178 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 18.5 mg | 103% | |
| Potassium | 2219 mg | 47% | |
*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.
