How to Make Nigerian Meat Pie
Heard my friend complimenting my meat pie one day and he said “I wish I could make this.” Well, this is how to make Nigerian meat pie, an opportunity to make this delicious snack in the comfort of your come to consume by your friends or by yourself.
How to Make Nigerian Meat Pie
Nigerian Meat Pie is a delicious pastry filled with minced meat, potatoes, and carrots. It’s a popular snack that’s both savory and satisfying. If you haven’t tasted this, you are missing. And if you have tasted this, then you must know how to prepare it yourself.
The Nigerian meat pie can go with any drink of your choice or you simply just take it with water, the choice is yours.
Let’s take a look at the ingredients that you can use to make the Nigerian meat pie.
Ingredients
For the Pastry:
1. Four cups all-purpose flour
2. One cup of unsalted butter (cold and cut into small cubes)
3. One teaspoon baking powder
4. 1/2 teaspoon salt
5. 1/2 cup cold water (or as needed)
6. One egg
For the Filling:
1. 1/2 pound minced meat (beef or chicken)
2. One medium onion, finely chopped
3. One medium carrot, peeled and diced
4. One medium potato, peeled and diced
5. One teaspoon thyme
6. One teaspoon curry powder
7. One bouillon cube (optional)
8. Salt and pepper to taste
9. Two tablespoons vegetable oil
10. Two tablespoons all-purpose flour (for thickening)
11. 1/2 cup water
Steps to Making the Nigerian Meat Pie
Before you start cooking make sure all your utensils and equipment are clean including your cooking area. As I will always say; hygiene is very important when it comes to what we eat.
Let’s get started;
Step 1
Combine the flour, baking powder, and salt, and mix well In a large bowl.
Step 2
Add the cold and butter to the flour mixture. Use your pastry cutter to work the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Step 3
Gradually add the cold water, a little at a time, mixing until the dough comes together. Make sure the dough is smooth and not sticky. You may not need to use all the water.
Step 4
Divide the dough into two portions, wrap each in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to make it easier to handle.
Step 5
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet, be sure that it is on medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
Step 6
Add the minced meat to the skillet and cook until browned.
Stir in the diced carrots and potatoes, and cook for a few minutes until they start to soften.
Step 7
Add the thyme, curry powder, bouillon cube (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix well.
Dissolve the flour in the 1/2 cup of water and add it to the meat mixture. Stir continuously until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and allow it to cool.
Step 8
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Using a lightly floured surface, roll out one portion of the dough to about 1/8-inch thickness. Use a round cutter (about 4-6 inches in diameter) to cut out circles from the dough.
Step 9
Place the meat filling in the center of each dough circle. Be careful not to overfill.
You can now fold the dough over to form a half-moon shape and press the edges together. Use a fork to crimp the edges and make sure that the pie is sealed.
Step 10
Place the meat pies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Beat the egg and brush the tops of the pies with the egg wash to give them a golden color when baked.
Step 11
Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until the pies are golden brown.
Remove the meat pies from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
Please do not worry if you don’t get it the first time, no one does. However, you can always come back and refer to this recipe and then, try again. The more you try it, the more you get better at it.
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