Nigerian Meat Pie Recipe
The Nigerian Meat Pie Recipe is a classic snack loved by many. It has a buttery crust filled with tasty minced meat, potatoes and carrots.
Ingredients
For the Pastry
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup cold butter cubed
- 1 egg for brushing
- 6 tbsp cold water
For the Filling
- 1 cup ground beef
- 1 medium potato diced
- 1 small carrot diced
- ½ small onion chopped
- 1 tbsp flour
- 1 tbsp oil
- ½ tsp thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup water
Instructions
Prepare the Filling
- Heat oil in a pan. Add chopped onions and cook until soft. Add ground beef and stir until browned.
- Mix in diced potatoes and carrots. Cook for 5 minutes. Add thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir in flour to thicken. Add water and cook for 10 minutes until the mix thickens. Let it cool.
Make the Dough
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Add butter cubes. Rub with your fingers until it looks like breadcrumbs.
- Add cold water little by little. Mix until a smooth dough forms. Wrap it and chill for 10 minutes.
Shape the Pies
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface. Cut circles using a round cutter or small bowl. Place a spoon of filling in the center. Fold the dough in half and seal the edges with a fork.
Bake the Pies
- Place the pies on a greased baking tray. Brush the tops with beaten egg. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 25–30 minutes or until golden brown.
Cool and Serve
- Remove from the oven and let them cool for 5 minutes. Serve warm and enjoy the crispy crust with the soft filling inside.
Notes
- Use cold butter for a flaky crust.
- Do not overfill the pies.
- Let the filling cool before adding to dough.
- You can add peas or bell peppers for extra flavor.
- For a golden shine, brush the pies with egg before baking.