Best Easy Pan Fried Meat Pie Recipe

Golden pan-fried meat pies with a crispy crust and juicy pork interior are a classic snack. A high protein, family recipe with fresh, bold flavor.

Cook 45 min Difficulty NORMAL 340 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • All-purpose flour 2 cups
  • Ground pork 10 oz
  • Green onion 4 pieces
  • Egg 1 pieces
  • Hot water 0.75 cups
Seasonings/Sauce
  • Soy sauce 2 tbsp
  • Sesame oil 1 tbsp
  • Salt 0.5 tsp
  • Black pepper 0.5 tsp
  • Vegetable oil 0.25 cups
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 32 g 38%
Protein 21 g 25%
Fat 14 g 37%
Serving size 180g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Combine flour and hot water in a bowl. Stir with chopsticks until shaggy dough forms, then knead by hand until smooth, about 6 minutes. Cover with plastic wrap and rest 20 minutes.

  2. 2

    In a mixing bowl, blend ground pork with egg, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper. Stir in finely chopped green onion until the mixture becomes sticky and homogeneous.

  3. 3

    Divide rested dough into 8 equal pieces. On a lightly floured surface, roll each piece into a 5-inch circle for even thickness.

  4. 4

    Spoon pork filling onto the center of each dough circle. Pinch and seal edges, making sure each pie is well sealed to prevent leaks during frying.

  5. 5

    Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place pies seam side down and pan-fry for 3–4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula for maximum crispness, until both sides are golden brown.

  6. 6

    Lower heat to medium-low, add 2 tbsp water to the pan, cover, and steam for 2 minutes to ensure the pork is cooked through. Uncover, raise heat back to medium, and crisp both sides for 1 minute before serving hot.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this pan fried meat pie recipe?
Ground pork is the core ingredient here, providing the signature juicy, savory filling that makes these meat pies satisfying and flavorful. It supplies the main protein and richness, while green onion and seasonings amplify the overall taste.
Q. How can I ensure my meat pies have a perfectly crisp crust?
Achieving a crispy crust requires pan-frying the sealed pies in an ample layer of vegetable oil over medium heat. Avoid high heat, which burns the dough before the inside cooks, and finish with a brief steam under a lid to ensure the crust is golden and the filling is fully cooked.
Q. How do I keep the filling juicy and prevent the pies from being dry inside?
To lock in juiciness, blend the pork with egg and sesame oil, mix until sticky, and seal the edges well to prevent leaks. Don’t overfill the pies, and be sure to use the steam step at the end to cook the pork thoroughly without drying it out.
Q. How many calories and how much protein does each pan-fried meat pie serving provide?
Each serving of this pan fried meat pie recipe provides approximately 340 kcal and 21 grams of protein. Protein makes up about 25% of the caloric content, making this a high-protein family snack.
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