Jamaican Beef Patties
Controlled oven heat develops an even texture while preserving the balance of the listed ingredients. These golden, crispy pastry pockets feature a buttery, flaky texture infused with subtle curry notes that envelop a rich, generously spiced meat filling.
- Prep
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Medium
Instructions
- 1Make the Pastry Dough.
- 2To a large bowl, add flour, 1 teaspoon salt, and turmeric and mix thoroughly.
- 3Rub shortening into flour until there are small pieces of shortening completely covered with flour.
- 4Pour in 1/2 cup of the ice water and mix with your hands to bring the dough together. Keep adding ice water 2 to 3 tablespoons at a time until the mixture forms a dough.
Nutrition
- Calories
- 1443
- Protein
- 57.3g
- Carbs
- 127.8g
Recommended Equipment & Products
- Electric hand mixer
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Chef tips
For a perfectly crisp and golden pastry, ensure you use chilled butter and don't over-handle the dough; this creates a lovely flaky texture surrounding the spiced beef. For a less spicy version suitable for children, cut down on the chillies and serve the patties alongside a tahini dip or a fresh salad to balance the rich beef flavours.
Culinary reasoning
Controlled oven heat develops an even texture while preserving the balance of the listed ingredients. These golden, crispy pastry pockets feature a buttery, flaky texture infused with subtle curry notes that envelop a rich, generously spiced meat filling.