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Best Easy Flaky Meat Pie Recipe

Name: Best Easy Flaky Meat Pie Recipe
Total time: 70 min
Yield: 170 g
Ingredients: All-purpose flour 2.5 cups; Unsalted butter 1 cup; Cold water 0.5 cup; Ground pork 12 oz; Yellow onion, diced 1 pieces; Egg 1 pieces; Salt 1 tsp; Black pepper 0.5 tsp; Paprika 0.5 tsp

Crispy flaky meat pies with layers of buttery pastry and savory pork filling are irresistible. A protein-rich, family-friendly street food treat.

Cook 70 min Difficulty NORMAL 360 kcal

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Ingredients

Main ingredients

All-purpose flour 2.5 cups
Unsalted butter 1 cup
Cold water 0.5 cup
Ground pork 12 oz
Yellow onion, diced 1 pieces
Egg 1 pieces

Seasonings/Sauce

Salt 1 tsp
Black pepper 0.5 tsp
Paprika 0.5 tsp

Nutrition summary

Carbohydrates 28 g 31%

Protein 16 g 18%

Fat 18 g 51%

Serving size 170g

Cooking steps

1

Cut the cold, unsalted butter into small cubes and work quickly to combine with all-purpose flour using a pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
2

Add cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, gently mixing to form a dough—do not overwork. Chill dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
3

In a skillet over medium heat, cook diced onion with a tablespoon of butter until soft, about 3–4 minutes, then add the ground pork.
4

Sauté pork until fully cooked, breaking into small crumbles, and season with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Let the filling cool to room temperature.
5

Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C). Roll out the pastry dough on a lightly floured surface to 1/8-inch thickness. Cut into 6-inch rounds.
6

Place 2–3 tablespoons of the pork filling onto each dough round, leaving a border. Brush edges with beaten egg, fold over, and crimp edges to seal tightly.
7

Transfer pies to a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush tops with remaining beaten egg for golden color.
8

Bake for 25–30 minutes on the middle rack until crusts are flaky and deep golden brown. Cool on wire rack for 5 minutes before serving.

Personalized Q&A

Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?

The key ingredients are the ground pork, which provides a savory and protein-rich filling, and the all-purpose flour and butter, which create the pie's signature flaky layers. The combination defines both the flavor and the irresistible texture of these meat pies.

Q. How do I ensure my pastry turns out extra flaky?

To achieve maximum flakiness, work quickly with very cold butter and do not overmix the dough. Chilling the dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling prevents butter from melting, helping the pastry puff into crisp layers during baking.

Q. How should I cook the pork filling for best results?

Sauté the diced onions first over medium heat until soft, then add ground pork and cook until crumbly and completely done. Proper seasoning with salt, black pepper, and paprika brings out the filling’s depth while cooling the mixture prevents a soggy pastry base.

Q. What are the main nutrition facts per serving?

Each serving (170g) provides approximately 360 kcal, with 16g protein (18%), 28g carbohydrates (31%), and 18g fat (51%). The balanced profile makes these pies rich in protein and satisfying for most diets.

Q. How do I avoid a soggy meat pie bottom?

Allow the cooked pork filling to cool to room temperature before assembling the pies. This avoids melting the pastry layers prematurely and helps the bottom crust bake up crisp and flaky in the oven.

Best Easy Flaky Meat Pie Recipe

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