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Nigerian Meat Pie

Nigerian Meat Pie

Craving something tasty? Try our Nigerian Meat Pie recipe! It's simple, flavorful, and sure to impress your friends and family. Get cooking
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Lunch
Cuisine: Nigerian
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

For the Filling:
  • 500g ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 2 medium potatoes, diced
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 teaspoon curry powder
  • 1 bouillon cube
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup water
For the Dough
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 250g margarine or butter (cold and diced)
  • 1/2 to 1 cup cold water
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)

Method
 

Prepare the Filling:
  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
  2. Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned.
  3. Stir in the diced carrots and potatoes, then add thyme, curry powder, bouillon cube, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour in water, cover, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the mixture is thickened. Allow it to cool.
Prepare the Dough:
  1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Add the cold margarine or butter and rub it into the flour mixture with your fingertips until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Gradually add cold water, a little at a time, and continue to mix until a dough forms. Knead lightly until smooth.
  4. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Assembling the Meat Pies:
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4-inch thickness. Cut into circles using a round cutter or a bowl.
  3. Place a spoonful of the cooled filling on one half of each dough circle. Fold the other half over to cover the filling, pressing the edges together with a fork to seal.
  4. Arrange the pies on the prepared baking sheet. Beat the egg and brush it over the tops of the pies for a golden finish.
Bake:
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.