Delicious and flavorful Jamaican beef patties with a golden, flaky crust and a spicy beef filling. Perfect as a snack or a main dish.
Preparation time
1h
Cooking time
30min
Ingredients
12 Servings
- 500 grams all-purpose flour
- 120 milliliters beef broth
- 60 grams breadcrumbs
- 250 grams butter
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 2 cloves garlic
- 500 grams ground beef
- 1 onion
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 scotch bonnet pepper
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 240 milliliters water
Directions
Step 1
In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, and curry powder.
Step 2
Add butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Step 3
Gradually add cold water and mix until a dough forms. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Step 4
In a skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, and sauté until softened.
Step 5
Add ground beef, thyme, and scotch bonnet pepper. Cook until the beef is browned.
Step 6
Stir in breadcrumbs and beef broth. Simmer until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and let it cool.
Step 7
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 8
Roll out the dough on a floured surface and cut into circles. Place a spoonful of beef filling on one half of each circle.
Step 9
Fold the dough over the filling and seal the edges with a fork. Place the patties on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Step 10
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.