Savory Meat Pastry
Indulge in the comforting flavors of our **Savory Meat Pastry**, a beautiful marriage of flaky, buttery homemade pastry and a rich, aromatic ground beef filling. Perfectly seasoned with garlic, onions, and a hint of thyme, this recipe is a hearty delight that’s ideal for lunch, dinner, or even a satisfying snack. Using simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, olive oil, and ground meat, these hand-held pies are easy to make yet incredibly impressive when served. With their golden, glossy crust and a savory filling that’s cooked to perfection, these pastries are a crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Serve them with a side salad, a dollop of your favorite sauce, or savor them on their own—each bite is pure comfort food bliss. Whether you're planning a cozy family meal or a party appetizer, this **homemade meat pastry recipe** is sure to be a hit!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 125 grams unsalted butter
- 4 tablespoons cold water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 200 grams ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 egg, beaten
- 0.5 teaspoon thyme, dried
- 1 tablespoon milk
Instructions
To prepare the pastry, sift the flour and salt into a large bowl.
Dice the butter into small cubes and rub it into the flour with your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
Add the cold water a tablespoon at a time, mixing with a fork until the dough starts to come together. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes.
While the dough chills, heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned, about 7-10 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and thyme.
Remove the beef mixture from heat and allow it to cool slightly.
Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Roll out the chilled pastry dough on a floured surface until it is about 3 mm thick. Cut out four circles, roughly 15 cm in diameter.
Place a spoonful of the meat filling onto one half of each pastry circle, leaving an edge for sealing.
Brush the edges of the pastry circles with a bit of beaten egg, then fold the other half over the filling to form a semi-circle. Press the edges together with a fork to seal.
Transfer the pastries onto the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with a mixture of remaining beaten egg and milk to give a glossy finish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and fully cooked.
Allow the pastries to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
658 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.9 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.1 g | 106% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 149 mg | 50% | |
| Sodium | 543 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.3 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.2 g | ||
| Protein | 17.6 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 49 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 259 mg | 6% | |
*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.
