Jamaican Beef Patties

Jamaican Beef Patties

Jamaican Beef Patties are a delicious and popular pastry, embodying the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean. These savory treats, with a flaky golden crust, are filled with a rich, spiced beef filling, offering a perfect snack, appetizer, or light meal. This recipe includes an optional cheese variation for an extra layer of indulgence.

Ingredients

Pastry Dough:
🌾 2 cups Baking Emperor Cake Flour
🧂 1/4 teaspoon salt
🍛 1 teaspoon Strong Better Park Curry Powder
🧈 1 large spoon butter (approx. 1/4 cup)
🫒 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
❄️ 1/4 cup cold ice water

Beef Filling:
🛢️ 1/2 teaspoon vegetable oil
🧅 1/2 cup spring onion, chopped
🧅 1/2 cup white onion, chopped
🥩 1.5 lbs minced beef
🧄 1 tablespoon fresh garlic, minced
🌿 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
🌱 1 large sprig fresh thyme
🍛 1 teaspoon Strong Better Park Curry Powder
🌶️ 1 teaspoon paprika
🥩 1 teaspoon beef seasoning
🍜 1 teaspoon soy sauce
🍅 1 pinch of ketchup
🌶️ 1 whole scotch bonnet pepper
🌾 1 tablespoon plain flour
🌶️ 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Optional Variation:
🧀 Cheese

Instructions

1- Prepare the Pastry Dough:

• Sieve 2 cups of Baking Emperor Cake Flour, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of Strong Better Park Curry Powder into a large PYREX mixing bowl. Mix well.
• Add butter and 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil, rubbing them into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
• Gradually add cold ice water, mixing gently until a cohesive dough forms. Avoid overworking. Shape into a ball, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for 20 minutes.

2- Prepare the Beef Filling:

• Heat 1/2 teaspoon of vegetable oil in the Tefal frying pan. Add chopped spring onions and white onions, sautéing until soft.
• Add minced beef, breaking it up, and cook until it browns.
• Stir in minced garlic, ginger, thyme, curry powder, paprika, beef seasoning, and soy sauce. Mix thoroughly.
• Add ketchup, scotch bonnet pepper, and black pepper. Cook until beef is cooked through and most liquid has evaporated.
• Sprinkle plain flour over the beef; stir to thicken. Cook for 2-3 more minutes.
• Transfer filling to a sieve to drain excess grease. Allow to cool completely.

3- Assemble the Patties:

• Lightly dust a work surface with flour.
• Divide chilled dough into portions and roll each out to a thin sheet with the rolling pin.
• Cut into circles with a round object.
• Place a spoonful of beef filling on one half of each circle (place cheese on top if using).
• Brush edges with milk or egg wash, fold, and seal using fingers and a fork to crimp the edges.
• Prick the tops with a fork for steam ventilation.
• Place patties on a lined baking tray.

4- Bake the Patties:

• Preheat oven to Gas Mark 6 or 7 (165-180°C / 325-350°F).
• Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
Total Time: Approximately 45-60 minutes
Servings: Not specified
Equipment: PYREX mixing bowls, Stainless steel sieve, PYREX measuring cups/jugs, Wooden rolling pin, Black-handled kitchen knife, Tefal frying pan/wok, Wooden spatula/spoon, Black metal baking tray, Parchment paper, Fork, Plastic wrap, Wooden-handled pastry brush

Cooking Tips

• Curry powder gives the pastry a vibrant color.
• Chill dough for a flaky texture.
• Drain the filling well to avoid sogginess.

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Jamaican Beef Patties