Lamb Mince and Thyme Hand Pies
These Lamb Mince and Thyme Hand Pies offer a sophisticated twist on traditional meat pies, drawing inspiration from rustic comfort food with a touch of refinement. Flaky pastry encases a rich, herby filling—an experience that indulges both the palate and the senses.
Ingredients
Pie Filling
500 grams ground lamb (minced lamb) - preferably organic
1 large onion - finely chopped
2 cloves garlic - minced
1 teaspoon thyme - fresh, finely chopped
½ teaspoon cumin
1 tablespoon tomato paste
¼ cup beef stock
1 pinch salt - to taste
1 pinch ground black pepper - to taste
Pastry
- 500 grams puff pastry - thawed if frozen
1 medium egg - beaten, for egg wash
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add the lamb mince. Break it up with a spatula, and cook until browned. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until the onions are translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
- Stir in the thyme, cumin, and tomato paste. Cook for another 2 minutes, allowing the tomato paste to caramelize slightly.
- Pour in the beef stock, simmer until the liquid reduces and coats the mince. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to a thickness of about 3mm. Cut into 12cm circles, or size of your choice.
- Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the lamb mixture onto one half of each pastry circle. Fold over to enclose filling, crimping the edges with a fork to seal.
- Place hand pies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush each with beaten egg.
- Bake in preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden and puffed.
Notes
For a flavor twist, consider adding a pinch of smoked paprika or a dash of Worcestershire sauce to the lamb filling. For a vegetarian option, replace the lamb mince with finely chopped mushrooms.
Nutrition
Calories: 721kcalCarbohydrates: 41gProtein: 22gFat: 52gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 26gTrans Fat: 0.003gCholesterol: 88mgSodium: 316mgPotassium: 337mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 38mgIron: 4mg
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