West African Meat Pies-Patties

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 1
West African Meat Pies-Patties recipe for your lunch or dinner
in Meat

Prep

30 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 small potatoes , diced and cooked
1/2 lb lean ground beef ( I use extra lean )
1/4 cup frozen mixed vegetables , cooked ( I use the peas , carrots and corn mix )
1 onion , diced
1/2 cup mixed red and green sweet pepper , diced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 beef bouillon cube , cube
1/2 cup butter , chilled , ( for flakier crust use 1/4 cup chilled lard , and 1/4 cup chilled butter )
1 1/2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
4 -6 tablespoons ice water
1 egg , beaten ( for brushing exterior of meat pies )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8-10
Calories
370
Sugar
2g
Fat
24g
West African Meat Pies-Patties are a popular street food in West Africa, and are also commonly served in countries such as Ghana, Nigeria, and Cameroon. These hand-held pies are perfect for a hearty meal on the go, and can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. They are sometimes served with a side salad or dipping sauce. The pies are made by encasing a savory mixture of lean ground beef, diced potatoes, mixed vegetables, and spices in a flaky, buttery crust. The use of a mixture of red and green sweet peppers adds color and flavor to the filling. West African Meat Pies-Patties are easy to make and can be customized to suit individual tastes by adjusting the amount of spice or adding different types of vegetables.

Instructions

1.In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked diced potatoes, cooked frozen mixed vegetables, lean ground beef, diced onion, diced mixed red and green sweet peppers, salt, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and beef bouillon cube.
2.Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
3.In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
4.Cut the chilled butter (or chilled lard and butter) into small cubes and add to the flour mixture.
5.Use a pastry blender or your fingers to work the butter (or lard and butter) into the flour mixture until crumbly.
6.Slowly add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, and mix gently until the dough comes together.
7.Divide the dough into 8-10 portions and shape into balls.
8.Use a rolling pin to roll out each dough ball on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness.
9.Spoon the beef mixture onto one half of the rolled-out dough and fold the other half over to enclose the beef mixture.
10.Crimp the edges of the dough together with a fork.
11.Brush the top of each meat pie with beaten egg.
12.Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.

PROS

The West African Meat Pies-Patties are a delicious, filling meal that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner.

The mixture of lean ground beef, diced potatoes, mixed vegetables, and spices creates a savory, flavorful filling.

The pies are easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time for a quick and easy meal.

CONS

The pies contain butter and therefore are high in saturated fat and calories.

They also contain red and green sweet peppers, which may not be to everyone’s taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The lean ground beef used in the pie filling is a good source of protein, iron, and vitamin B12.
The potatoes are a good source of potassium and vitamin C.
The mixed vegetables provide vitamins and minerals such as vitamin A and calcium.
The use of spices such as onion powder and garlic powder adds flavor to the pies without adding extra salt or calories.

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