Description
These classic Scotch meat pies are a hearty and savory pastry filled with seasoned minced meat, perfect for a comforting meal or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500g minced beef
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp plain flour
- 250ml beef stock
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 sheet puff pastry
- 1 egg, beaten (for glazing)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
- In a large pan, cook the onion and garlic until soft.
- Add the minced beef and cook until browned.
- Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually add the beef stock, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Simmer until thickened.
- Allow the filling to cool slightly.
- Cut the puff pastry into circles and line a muffin tin.
- Fill each pastry case with the meat mixture.
- Top with another pastry circle, seal edges, and brush with beaten egg.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
For a traditional touch, add a splash of dark ale to the filling. Serve with mashed potatoes or chips.
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Fat: 28g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 20g