New Zealand Meat Pie Recipe

why make this recipe

New Zealand Meat Pie is a beloved comfort food known for its savory filling and flaky crust. It’s perfect for lunch or dinner and is easy to share with family and friends. This recipe is simple to follow, making it ideal for cooks of all levels. Plus, the combination of tender beef and aged white cheddar creates a delicious flavor that everyone will enjoy.

how to make New Zealand Meat Pie

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 Small onion, finely diced
• 1 Clove garlic, minced
• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt
• 3 tablespoons Flour
• 1 1/2 cups Beef stock
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 450-gram Packages pre-rolled butter puff-pastry, thawed in the fridge
• 3/4 cup Aged white cheddar cheese, finely diced (100g)
• 1 Egg

Directions:

1. Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until it softens. Then add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
2. Add the ground beef to the pan. Cook until it is browned, making sure to break it into small pieces. Season with salt and pepper, then sprinkle in the flour.
3. Pour in the beef stock and Worcestershire sauce, stirring to combine. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes until the mixture thickens.
4. Remove the beef mixture from the heat and let it cool. Once cooled, mix in the aged cheddar cheese.
5. Cut the puff pastry into squares to fit a muffin tin. Place each square into the muffin tin, pressing it down to form a shell.
6. Fill each pastry shell with the beef mixture and cover with pastry to seal the pies.
7. Chill the filled pies in the fridge for about 15 minutes while preheating the oven to 425°F (220°C).
8. Beat the egg and brush it over the top of each pie. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown.
9. Let the pies cool for 10 minutes before serving.

how to serve New Zealand Meat Pie

Serve your New Zealand Meat Pies warm, fresh from the oven. They are great on their own or can be served with a side of mashed potatoes or a simple salad. You can also pair them with a dipping sauce like ketchup or gravy for extra flavor.

how to store New Zealand Meat Pie

To store leftover meat pies, let them cool completely, then place them in an airtight container. They can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For longer storage, you can freeze the pies. Wrap each pie individually in plastic wrap and then place them in a freezer bag. They can be frozen for up to 2 months.

tips to make New Zealand Meat Pie

• Make sure the puff pastry is well-thawed before using to prevent it from tearing.
• If you want extra flavor, you can add herbs like thyme or rosemary to the beef mixture.
• To ensure the pies maintain their shape, be careful not to overfill them with the beef mixture.

variation

For a twist on the classic, try adding vegetables like peas and carrots to the beef mixture. You could also experiment with different cheeses if you prefer something other than aged white cheddar.

FAQs

Can I make the filling ahead of time?
Yes! You can prepare the beef filling a day in advance and store it in the refrigerator until you are ready to assemble and bake the pies.

What can I serve with New Zealand Meat Pies?
These pies are delicious on their own, but you can serve them with sides like roasted veggies, mashed potatoes, or a light salad.

Can I use homemade pastry instead of store-bought?
Absolutely! If you’re up for it, homemade pastry can add a delicious touch to your meat pies, just make sure it is rolled out thin enough to create a flaky crust.

New Zealand Meat Pie

A savory meat pie filled with tender beef and aged white cheddar, wrapped in a flaky pastry, perfect for sharing.

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 55 minutes mins

Course Comfort Food, Main Course

Cuisine International, New Zealand

Servings 12 pieces

Calories 290 kcal

Ingredients

  

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Filling Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 Small onion, finely diced
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 3 tablespoons Flour
• 1.5 cups Beef stock
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 packages pre-rolled butter puff-pastry, thawed in the fridge
• 3/4 cup Aged white cheddar cheese, finely diced (100g)
• 1 Egg Egg

Instructions

 

Preparation

• Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until it softens.
• Then add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
• Add the ground beef to the pan. Cook until it is browned, making sure to break it into small pieces.
• Season with salt and pepper, then sprinkle in the flour.
• Pour in the beef stock and Worcestershire sauce, stirring to combine. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes until the mixture thickens.
• Remove the beef mixture from the heat and let it cool. Once cooled, mix in the aged cheddar cheese.

Assembly

• Cut the puff pastry into squares to fit a muffin tin. Place each square into the muffin tin, pressing it down to form a shell.
• Fill each pastry shell with the beef mixture and cover with pastry to seal the pies.
• Chill the filled pies in the fridge for about 15 minutes while preheating the oven to 425°F (220°C).
• Beat the egg and brush it over the top of each pie.
• Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown.
• Let the pies cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Make sure the puff pastry is well-thawed before using to prevent it from tearing. If you want extra flavor, you can add herbs like thyme or rosemary to the beef mixture. To ensure the pies maintain their shape, be careful not to overfill them with the beef mixture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 14gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 320mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g

Keyword Beef Pie, Comfort Food, Meat Pie, Puff Pastry, Savory Pie

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