Description
These Savory Beef and Onion Hand Pies are the perfect handheld comfort food, featuring a flaky golden pastry filled with seasoned ground beef, caramelized onions, and a rich savory gravy. Ideal for lunch, dinner, or a grab-and-go snack, these hearty pies are bursting with flavor in every bite. Serve them warm with a side salad or enjoy them on their own for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Cook the Filling:
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onions until softened and caramelized.
- Add garlic and ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
- Sprinkle flour over the beef mixture and stir well.
- Pour in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer until thickened.
- Let the filling cool slightly.
- Prepare the Pastry:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out the puff pastry and cut it into squares or circles.
- Fill and Seal Pies:
- Spoon the beef mixture onto one side of each pastry piece.
- Fold the pastry over and seal the edges with a fork.
- Brush with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake:
- Arrange the pies on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
- Serve:
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For extra richness, add shredded cheese to the filling.
- These pies can be frozen before baking for quick meals later.
- Serve with ketchup, gravy, or a tangy chutney.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Main Course