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Traditional Meat Pie

2023-07-12

By King's Chef

Australian Cuisine

Main Course

3 Easy Ways to Make a Delicious Meat Pie: Slow Cooker, Instant Pot, and Air Fryer Methods

Slow Cooker Meat Pie: Tender, Flavorful Filling with a Golden, Flaky Crust

Use the slow cooker to cook your meat filling on "Low" for 4-6 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the meat to become tender. Once done, transfer the filling to pie crusts and bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes to get a golden, flaky crust.

Instant Pot Meat Pie: Quick and Tender Filling with a Crispy, Oven-Baked Finish

Use the "Saute" function to brown your meat and vegetables. Once browned, switch to "Pressure Cook" to fully cook the filling in just 10-15 minutes. Transfer the filling into a pie crust and bake in the oven for a crispy finish, or use the Instant Pot’s "Bake" function (if available) to cook the pie fully.

Air Fryer Meat Pie: Crispy, Golden Crust in Less Time with Perfectly Cooked Filling

Preheat the air fryer to 375°F. Assemble your meat pie, then place it in the air fryer basket for 15-20 minutes. The air fryer ensures a crispy, golden crust and evenly cooked filling, making it a perfect solution for a quicker, delicious meat pie.

Tips and Suggestions on Meat Pie

Perfect pastry

The pastry is an essential part of the meat pie, and it needs to be just right. Ensure that the dough is chilled before rolling it out and that it's not overworked. Overworking the dough can result in a tough crust that doesn't have enough flakiness.

Filling consistency

The filling of a meat pie needs to be just the right consistency. Too much liquid can result in a soggy pie, and too little can make it dry. Consider using a roux or adding bread crumbs to help thicken the filling if needed.

Meat texture

The meat filling needs to be tender and juicy but not too dry. Choose a cut of meat suitable for slow-cooking, and let it cook thoroughly while retaining moisture. Pulses and mushrooms could also provide additional textures and flavors.

Browning

Meat pies require perfect browning for visual appeal and flavor. Make sure your oven temperature is accurate, and brush the pie with an egg wash for even browning. You may also want to cover the edges of the pie with strips of foil to prevent over-browning while the filling is cooking.

Serving temperatures

Meat pies are best served hot or warm but can quickly become dry if left for too long. Consider reheating the pie in the oven or microwave before serving to ensure it's piping hot. Avoid letting the pie sit out for too long or reheating it excessively.

Classic Meat Pie Recipe

Ingredients

  • 1 lb minced beef
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 1 carrot chopped
  • 1 celery stalk chopped
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1/2 beef stock
  • 1 sheet of puff pastry
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large saucepan and saute the onion, carrot and celery over low heat until softened but not brown.
  3. Turn up the heat and add the minced beef. Cook, stirring occasionally until browned.
  4. Sprinkle the flour over the meat and stir well until combined. Cook for 2 minutes.
  5. Add the tomato paste and stir to combine. Pour in the beef stock and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Let the meat mixture cool while you prepare the crust.
  8. Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured work surface and cut out circles using a pastry cutter.
  9. Place the circles in greased muffin tins. Spoon the meat mixture into each muffin tin filling it to the top.
  10. Cut out smaller circles to place on top of each pie. Crimp the edges with a fork.
  11. Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Serve hot.

Cooking Time

Preparation Time 30 min

Cook Time 1 hour

Total time 1 hour 30 min

Nutrition Facts

  • Calories: 400
  • Fat: 24 g
  • Saturated Fat: 9 g
  • Carbohydrates: 28 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Protein: 18 g

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