Ingredients and Weight:
- Ground meat (beef or pork): 500g
- Pie crust ingredients: 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup vegetable oil, 1/2 cup water, 1 egg yolk for glazing
- Onion: 1 large, chopped
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- Mixed herbs or seasoning: 1 tsp (e.g., oregano, rosemary, thyme)
- Salt and pepper: to taste
- Dried mixed vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, mushrooms): 1/4 cup, rehydrated
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 2 hours (includes dough preparation and chilling time)
- Cooking: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 4 (Moderate-to-high difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Prepare the pie crust dough by mixing the flour, oil, and water. Chill for at least 30 minutes.
- In a large bowl, mix the ground meat, chopped onion, minced garlic, mixed herbs, salt, and pepper. Add rehydrated mixed vegetables.
- Roll out the dough onto a floured surface and cut into circles using a cookie cutter or glass.
- Place a spoonful of the meat mixture into each circle, fold over to form a half-moon shape, and seal the edges.
- Arrange the pastries on a baking sheet and brush with beaten egg yolk.
- Bake at 375°F for 30-40 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming 8 servings total)
Calories: ~400kcal
Fat: ~25g
Carbohydrates: ~30g
Protein: ~20g
Dish Characteristics:
- Crispy and flaky pastry with a rich meat filling.
- A classic American dish with a hearty meat pie flavor.
- Can be served as a main course or as a side dish.
User Comments:
- "These pastries were amazing! The pastry was flaky and the meat filling was delicious."
- "I loved the combination of flavors in the meat pie. The dough was easy to handle and the baking instructions were clear."
- "These Gourmet Pastelillos were a hit at my dinner party! The pastry was perfect and the meat filling was juicy."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Ensure the dough is well chilled before rolling out to prevent it from sticking.
- Use a mixer or food processor to mix the dough for even distribution of ingredients.
- Handle the dough gently to avoid breaking it while rolling and cutting.
- Adjust seasoning according to personal preference.
