Vegetarian Jamaican Beef Patty
Get ready to savor the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean with these Vegetarian Jamaican Beef Patties—an irresistible plant-based twist on the traditional island favorite! This recipe pairs a flaky, golden turmeric and curry-spiced pastry with a savory, Caribbean-inspired lentil filling infused with thyme, allspice, and spicy scotch bonnet pepper. Perfectly balanced with soy sauce and vegetable stock, the lentils deliver a rich, meaty texture while keeping it completely vegetarian. Ready in just over an hour, these patties are baked to perfection and make an excellent appetizer, snack, or lunch idea. Serve them hot and enjoy a taste of Jamaica—right from your kitchen! Keywords: Vegetarian Jamaican Beef Patty, plant-based Jamaican recipes, flaky pastry, lentil filling, Caribbean cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon turmeric powder
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup cold water
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1.5 cups cooked green lentils
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion
- 2 cloves garlic cloves
- 1 medium scotch bonnet pepper
- 1 teaspoon thyme leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 0.5 cup bread crumbs
- 0.5 cup vegetable stock
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 stalks green onions
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, turmeric, curry powder, and salt. Mix well.
Cut the cold butter into small cubes and add to the flour mixture.
Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
Gradually add cold water, mixing continuously until a dough forms. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes.
For the filling, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and finely diced scotch bonnet pepper. Sauté until onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add cooked lentils to the skillet, followed by thyme, allspice, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Pour in the soy sauce and vegetable stock, then add bread crumbs. Stir until the mixture thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in chopped green onions. Let cool slightly.
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness.
Cut dough into circles using a 5-6 inch cookie cutter or bowl as a guide.
Place about 2 tablespoons of lentil filling onto one half of each dough circle.
Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape, then crimp the edges with a fork to seal.
Transfer patties to the prepared baking sheet and bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown.
Let the patties cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your Vegetarian Jamaican Beef Patties with your favorite dipping sauce!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3115 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 133.4 g | 171% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.2 g | 311% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 4524 mg | 197% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 409.9 g | 149% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 43.2 g | 154% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.0 g | ||
| Protein | 79.7 g | 159% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 356 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 39.9 mg | 222% | |
| Potassium | 2544 mg | 54% | |
*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.
