Welsh Dragon Pie

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 26
Welsh Dragon Pie: A flavorful dish that packs a punch
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb ground pork
1 lb leek , washed and sliced
1/4 cup butter
2 teaspoons cumin
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt and pepper
3 1/2 cups flour
3/4 cup lard or 3/4 cup butter
1 cup water
1 pinch salt
2 1/4 cups chicken stock
gelatin

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
870
Sugar
2g
Fat
55g
Welsh Dragon Pie is a traditional dish from Wales that's typically made with either beef or lamb. This recipe uses pork instead and has a flavor that's both savory and spicy. The dish gets its name from the addition of cayenne pepper, which adds a fiery kick to the filling. The leeks add a mild, onion-like flavor and a pop of green color. This recipe is perfect for a cold night and is sure to warm you up with its rich, meaty flavors.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350F.
2.In a large skillet, brown the pork over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
3.Add the leeks, butter, cumin, cayenne pepper, salt and pepper to the skillet. Cook until the leeks are soft, about 10 minutes.
4.In a separate bowl, combine the flour, lard or butter, water and salt to form a dough.
5.Divide the dough in half and roll one half out into a circle to fit the bottom of a 9 inch pie dish.
6.Stir gelatin into chicken stock in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Pour some of the stock into the pie crust.
7.Add the meat mixture on top of the stock, spreading it out evenly.
8.Roll out the remaining dough and cover the pie.
9.Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until it's golden brown. Let it cool for at least 5-10 minutes before serving.

PROS

Welsh Dragon Pie is a flavorful and hearty dish that’s perfect for a cool night.

It’s easy to make and serves a crowd.

This recipe is a fun twist on traditional shepherd’s pie.

CONS

This dish is not very healthy due to its high fat content and low vegetable content.

It’s important to eat this in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pork is a good source of protein, B vitamins and minerals like zinc and selenium.
Leeks are a low-calorie vegetable that’s high in antioxidants and fiber.
Gelatin has been shown to improve joint health and promote healthy digestion.

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