Jammin Jamaican Meat Pies Recipes

JAMAICAN MEAT PIE (JAMAICAN BEEF PATTY)

Steps:

• Start by pulsing the flour, Butter, Turmeric, Salt, and Sugar in a food processor until it's well combined and the flour appears crumbly.
• Gradually introduce the water a little at a time and pulse process it, till it comes together as a ball.
• Wrap the dough with a plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes (the longer the better) while you prepare the filling.
• Add the oil in a Pan. Once it's hot, add the Onion, Green Onion, diced Habanero, and minced garlic. Then stir-fry until the onion becomes translucent.
• Add the ground beef and break up the clump with a wooden spoon. Then brown the meat on medium heat for about 2 to 3 minutes.
• Stir in the breadcrumbs and season with Salt, Bouillon cube, black pepper, Thyme, Curry powder, allspice, and Paprika.
• Add 1 cup of water to the meat. Then allow it to simmer for about 10 minutes until the liquid is almost evaporated. Add more water, stock or adjust the seasoning if necessary.
• Remove from heat and allow it to cool down to room temperature before using it.
• Divide the dough into two parts, keep one half in the fridge while you work on the other half.
• Roll out the dough thinly with a rolling pin and use a pie cutter or any circular object to cut out the circles (the first half should yield about 5 to 6 circles).
• Scoop in about 2 tablespoons of the filling on each cut-out pie, then dip a finger inside the water and moisten the edge of the circular pastry all around.
• Fold it into a half-moon and seal it up by crimping the edge with a fork. If the fork is a little sticky, just dip it in water before crimping the pies.
• Repeat steps 1 to 3 for the second half then place the meat pies inside a tray lined with parchment paper and brush each Meat pie with the egg wash.
• Bake inside a 375°F preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes or till the top crust is firm and golden brown.
• Allow to cool on a wire rack and serve warm.
• ∗∗∗This recipe should yield about 15 Pieces of pies.

JAMAICAN MEAT PIE

Steps:

• In a food processor or by hand, mix together, flour, salt, sugar, turmeric blend well Add the butter, shortening, followed by vinegar and water in small amounts, pulse until combined and dough holds together in a ball.
• Place the dough on a well -floured surface. Divide it into 2 and roll it out. Place in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes until ready to use
• Using a large-mouth glass or bowl about 4-5" cut out circles by gently pressing on the dough and releasing it, shaping the meat pie dough. Continue cutting out the dough until it all has been cut. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or until ready to use.
• Add 2 tablespoons of oil to a saucepan, followed by onions, garlic, paprika, thyme curry, chili powder, white pepper, allspice, and chicken bouillon. Let it simmer for about 2 minutes.
• Then add ground meat and breadcrumbs and continue cooking for about 10 or more minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Add about ½ cup of water.
• Finally, add green onions and parsley and adjust for salt and pepper seasoning.
• Remove from stovetop and let it cool.
• Scoop a heaping tablespoon of filling into each circle, and brush with egg white or white around half of the circle. Fold over twist with fingers gently to seal the edges of the meat pie.
• Another way of sealing is by pressing the tines of a fork along the edges of the dough.
• Preheat the oven to 375℉.
• Carefully place each pie on a baking sheet and bake for about 30 minutes .
• You may freeze them to bake later.
• Best served warm.

JAMAICAN BEEF PATTIES (AKA MEAT PIES OR PASTIES)

Steps:

• Make the crust: Combine flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder, and pinch of salt. Cut in 1/4 cup margarine and shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in water until mixture forms a ball. Do not overstir; that makes tough crust. Shape dough into a log, and cut into 10 equal sections. Roll each section into a six inch circle (approximately 1/8 inch thick). Set aside.
• Next, prepare the filling.: Melt margarine in a skillet over medium heat. Saute onion until soft and translucent. Stir in ground beef. Season with 1 teaspoon curry powder, thyme, 1 teaspoon salt, and pepper. Cook until beef is browned, stirring constantly. Stir in beef broth and bread crumbs. Simmer until liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat.
• Now make the patties: Spoon some filling into each pastry circle. Fold over and press edges together, making a half circle. Use a fork to press edges, and brush the top of each patty with beaten egg.
• Bake in preheated 375 degree oven for 25 - 30 minutes, or until golden brown.
• NOTE: If you have the time and organization, it might be best to make the filling in advance, long enough to cool down before fillng the pastry. Otherwise, it might melt the pastry somewhat. Just a thought from a review on another recipe.

JAMMIN' JAMAICAN MEAT PIES

Steps:

• Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. I like to use a non-stick skillet.
• Add the diced onion and cook until slightly translucent, about 3 minutes.
• Then add the ground beef, scallions, pepper and garlic. Break up the ground beef as much as possible with a wooden spoon and cook until the meat is browned and cooked through. (You don't want any big chunks of meat.)
• Add the thyme, curry powder, salt and pepper. Stir to incorporate. Smell the goodness!
• Sprinkle the breadcrumbs over the mixture and pour in the water. Stir to fully incorporate.
• Turn the heat down and simmer, uncovered, until the meat mixture has a thick but moist consistency, 5 to 10 minutes. You don't want it too dry, but if it's too liquid-y, it will drip out of the pastry. Use your judgment. If it's too dry, add more water. If it's too wet, let it simmer for a little longer, or add some more breadcrumbs.
• Remove from heat and let cool while you make the pastry.
• In the bowl of your food processor put the flour, curry powder, turmeric, and salt. Pulse until all the dry ingredients are well combined.
• Add the butter and shortening and pulse until the whole mixture is crumbly.
• Add 4 Tablespoons of the water and pulse until the dough starts to come together. If necessary, continue adding water 1 Tablespoon at a time until the dough just forms a ball.
• Remove from food processor onto a lightly floured surface. I cut the dough in half and work with one half at a time. Wrap the 2nd half in plastic and place in the refrigerator until ready to use.
• Preheat oven to 375°F.
• Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper or spray well with olive oil.
• Beat the egg in a small bowl and beat in 1 Tablespoon of water. This is to assemble the pies. Set aside.
• Divide the dough in half and put one half into the fridge, covered, while you work with the first half.
• Divide the first half of the dough into 6 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball.
• When you have 6 balls, sprinkle some flour on your work surface and flatten each ball into a circle 1/8" thick, with your rolling pin. (Should be about a 6" circle.) Make all six dough circles. While working, cover with plastic wrap to keep from drying out.
• Put about 4 Tablespoons of the meat mixture onto one-half of the circle, brush the edges with the egg mixture, then fold the dough in half and use a fork to seal the edges. (You can also crimp the edges, if that's your thing.)
• Place the pie onto the prepared baking sheet and assemble the other pies. When finished, cover the baking sheet with plastic wrap and set aside while you prepare the remaining 6 pies with the 2nd half of the dough.
• When all the pies are on the baking sheets, brush the tops with the egg wash then pierce a couple of times with a fork or sharp knife to create vents for the air. If you like, place a small thyme leaf on each pie and seal it with egg wash for garnish.
• Bake for 25 to 35 minutes until crispy and golden brown.
• These can be enjoyed hot or at room temperature.

SPICY JAMAICAN MEAT PIES WITH ISLAND SALSA

Steps:

• Heat oven to 375°F.
• In large skillet, combine ground beef, onion, chile & garlic. Cook over med to high heat until beef is thoroughly cooked; stirring frequently; then drain fat.
• Add curry powder, thyme, turmeric, pepper, grnd red pepper & salt; mix well.
• Add bread crumbs and water; stir until thickened.
• Separate dough into 8 rectangles, firmly press perforations to seal.
• Place 2 heaping tablespoons of meat mixture on long half of a rectangle. Fold dough over filling & press edges to seal.
• Place on ungreased cookie sheet.
• Bake at 375F for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown.
• Meanwhile, in medium bowl, combine all salsa ingredients; mix well.
• Serve with meat pies.