Description
Nigerian Meat Pie is a delightful pastry that features a flaky crust filled with savory ground beef, onions, and carrots. This comforting dish evokes memories of family gatherings and celebrations, making it perfect for any occasion—from birthdays to cozy nights in. With its golden-brown exterior and rich filling, each bite is a warm embrace that brings joy to your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold)
- 1 cup lean ground beef
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onions
- 1/4 cup diced carrots
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 4–6 tbsp cold water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix flour and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly.
- Gradually add cold water until dough forms. Wrap and chill for 30 minutes.
- Sauté onions in a skillet until translucent, then add ground beef and cook until browned.
- Mix in diced carrots, salt, and pepper; cook until carrots soften.
- Roll out chilled dough, cut into circles, place filling inside each, fold over, and seal with a fork.
- Brush tops with beaten egg and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Nigerian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg