Embark on a culinary journey to the Emerald Isle with our delectable Irish beef hand pies, a symphony of flavors wrapped in golden, flaky pastry. These handheld delights are a testament to the rich culinary heritage of Ireland, blending savory beef, aromatic vegetables, and a hint of Guinness stout for an unforgettable taste experience. Discover the secrets behind creating the perfect pastry crust, ensuring it's both tender and crisp, and learn the art of crafting a flavorful filling that bursts with umami goodness. With step-by-step instructions and insightful tips, this recipe will guide you in creating these delectable pies that are perfect for a hearty meal or as delightful party appetizers.
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IRISH BEEF HAND PIES
This St. Patrick's Day, tuck the makings of traditional beef-and-potato stew into flaky hand pies you can bake straight from the freezer.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers Finger Food Recipes
Time 1h
Yield Makes 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In a medium saucepan, heat oil over medium; add cabbage and potatoes. Cook until beginning to brown, 7 to 9 minutes. Add beef; cook, breaking up meat with a spoon, until no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Stir in tomato paste, Worcestershire, thyme, and 1 cup water. Cover, and cook until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes. Lightly mash mixture with a fork. Season with salt and pepper. Let cool completely.
- On a lightly floured work surface, roll each crust into a 14-inch square; cut each into 4 equal squares. Place 1/2 cup filling on one half of each square, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the filling. Brush borders with water; fold dough over filling to enclose. Crimp edges with a fork to seal. With a paring knife or scissors, cut 3 small vents in each.
- Transfer pies to 2 foil-lined rimmed baking sheets; bake until golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes, rotating sheets halfway through.
- To Bake from Frozen: Proceed with step 3, increasing baking time to 28 to 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 367 g, Fat 19 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 15 g
IRISH BEEF HAND PIES
On St Patrick's Day or on any other day, tuck the makings of traditional beef-and-potato stew into flaky pastries you can bake straight from the freezer. These are like empanadas and can be stuffed with all vegetables, or maybe berries of some kind, or sausages and/or other meats. Everyday Food or Martha Stewart web site.;)
Provided by Manami
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400ºF.
- In a medium saucepan, heat oil over medium; add cabbage and potatoes.
- Cook until beginning to brown, 7 to 9 minutes.
- Add beef; cook, breaking up meat with a spoon, until no longer pink, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in tomato paste, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), Worcestershire, thyme, and 1 cup water.
- Cover, and cook until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
- Lightly mash mixture with a fork.
- Season; salt, & pepper, to taste.
- Crushed red pepper flakes, if using (optional)
- Let cool completely.
- On a lightly floured work surface, roll each crust into a 14-inch square; cut each into 4 equal squares.
- Place 1/2 cup filling on one half of each square, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the filling; brush borders with water; fold dough over filling to enclose.
- Crimp edges with a fork to seal.
- With a paring knife or scissors, cut 3 small vents in each.
- Transfer pies to 2 foil-lined rimmed baking sheets; bake until golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes, rotating sheets halfway through.
- *Arrange unbaked pies on a baking sheet (they should not touch); freeze until firm, about 1 hour.
- Wrap each pie in foil & place in a resealable plastic bag; freeze up to 2 months.
- To Bake from Frozen: Proceed increasing baking time to 28 to 30 minutes.
Tips:
- Use high-quality beef for the filling. Grass-fed beef is a great option, as it is lean and flavorful.
- Don't overcook the beef. Overcooked beef will be tough and dry. Cook the beef until it is just cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Use a variety of vegetables for the filling. This will add flavor, texture, and nutrients to the pies.
- Season the filling well. Use a combination of salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Use a good quality puff pastry for the crust. Puff pastry that is too thin will tear easily, and puff pastry that is too thick will be difficult to work with.
- Be careful not to overfill the pies. Overfilled pies will be difficult to seal and will leak.
- Bake the pies until they are golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
Conclusion:
Irish beef hand pies are a delicious and satisfying meal. They are perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, and they are also great for parties and potlucks. With a little planning and preparation, you can easily make these pies at home. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting recipe, give Irish beef hand pies a try. You won't be disappointed!
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