Churer Fleischtorte (Swiss Meat Pie)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2
Churer Fleischtorte (Swiss Meat Pie) Recipe
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Prep

20 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

500 g shortcrust pastry ( enough for a double crust pie )
30 g butter
1 medium onion , coarsely diced
2 slices middle bacon , coarsely chopped
250 g beef , minced
250 g pork , minced
1 tablespoon flour
60 ml hot beef stock
60 ml red wine
salt , to taste
1/2 - 3/4 teaspoon marjoram
1 teaspoon paprika

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
680
Sugar
2g
Fat
48g
Swiss Meat Pie or Churer Fleischtorte is a traditional dish that has evolved over time with different recipes and variations for different palettes. The dish is quite a rarity outside of Switzerland and has been treasured by the locals living there for many years. The pie is typically made up of minced beef and pork filling enclosed in a buttery, flaky crust. The dish is a great representation of the Swiss people's love of meat, and as a result, the dish is hearty and filling, making it the perfect winter comfort food. You can eat it hot or cold depending on your preference.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
2.In a frying pan, melt butter and gently fry onions until they become golden brown in color.
3.Add middle bacon and fry until cooked through.
4.Add minced beef and pork to the pan and cook until browned.
5.Sprinkle flour onto the meat and mix well.
6.Pour red wine and beef stock into the pan and add marjoram, paprika, and salt.
7.Simmer for 10 minutes, then take the pan off from the heat.
8.Roll out the shortcrust pastry and line it on a baking dish.
9.Pour the meat mixture onto the pastry base and spread it out evenly.
10.Roll out the remaining pastry and cover the meat mixture carefully.
11.Cut a few small slashes on the pastry to allow steam to escape during cooking.
12.Bake the pie in the oven for 45-50 minutes until the crust turns golden brown in color and the filling is cooked through.
13.Serve hot or cold as per preference.

PROS

Churer Fleischtorte is a hearty and filling meal full of flavor.
It is rich in protein and creates a sense of contentment when consumed.

The dish is incredibly easy to put together and impresses guests with minimal effort.

CONS

The pie is rich in fat and calories, so it should be eaten in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It takes some time to prepare the dish properly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Churer Fleischtorte provides the body with a high protein key nutrient important in building muscles.
The marjoram used in the dish may help with a variety of health issues such as digestive health(intestinal gas) and more. It possesses antiseptic properties, which may help to prevent illness and slow down the aging process.

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