New Zealand Pasties
Savor the flavors of the Southern Hemisphere with hearty New Zealand Pasties! These golden-baked delights feature a buttery, flaky pastry filled with a savory medley of diced beef steak, tender potatoes, sweet onion, and earthy swede or carrot, all seasoned with Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, and a hint of fresh thyme. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or an on-the-go snack, this recipe blends classic hand-pie techniques with bold, comforting flavors. With just 45 minutes of prep and a bake time of under an hour, these homemade pasties are a must-try for anyone seeking a satisfying, easy-to-make meal. Ideal served warm or at room temperature, they’re a delicious way to mix tradition with a Kiwi twist! Keywords: New Zealand pasties, savory pastry, meat hand pies, easy dinner recipe, flaky pastry.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams all-purpose flour
- 250 grams unsalted butter
- 120 ml cold water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 300 grams beef steak (diced into small cubes)
- 250 grams potatoes (peeled and diced small)
- 1 medium yellow onion (finely diced)
- 150 grams swede (rutabaga) or carrot (diced small)
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (optional)
- 1 large egg (beaten for egg wash)
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Cut the butter into small cubes and rub it into the flour using your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
Add the cold water gradually, mixing until a dough forms. Knead lightly to bring it together, wrap in cling film, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
In a separate bowl, combine the diced beef, potatoes, onion, and swede (or carrot). Mix in the Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, and thyme, if using.
Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to about 3-4mm thickness. Cut out 6 circles, approximately 15cm in diameter.
Place a portion of the filling in the center of each pastry circle, leaving a border around the edge.
Fold the pastry circles in half to enclose the filling. Press the edges together to seal, and crimp the edges for a decorative look.
Place the pasties on the prepared baking tray. Use a sharp knife to make a small slit on the top of each to release steam as they bake.
Brush each pasty with the beaten egg for a golden finish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-50 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the filling is cooked through.
Allow the pasties to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4777 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 269.6 g | 346% | |
| Saturated Fat | 145.5 g | 728% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 980 mg | 327% | |
| Sodium | 3154 mg | 137% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 456.2 g | 166% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.5 g | 84% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.9 g | ||
| Protein | 145.6 g | 291% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 362 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 36.5 mg | 203% | |
| Potassium | 3586 mg | 76% | |
*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.
