Nigerian beef patties recipe

Nigerian beef patties, also known as Nigerian meat pies, are a popular snack or street food in Nigeria. They are typically filled with a savory beef and vegetable mixture and baked until golden brown. Here is a recipe for Nigerian beef patties that you can make at home

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed

• 1/2 cup cold water

• 1 egg, beaten

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

• 1 small onion, chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 pound ground beef

• 1 medium potato, peeled and diced

• 1 medium carrot, peeled and diced

• 1/4 cup frozen peas

• 1 tablespoon curry powder

• 1 teaspoon dried thyme

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions:

• In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, and baking powder.

• Add the chilled butter cubes and use a pastry cutter or your hands to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

• Gradually add the cold water and mix until the dough comes together.

• Knead the dough on a floured surface for a few minutes until smooth.

• Preheat the oven to 375°F.

• In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.

• Add the chopped onion and minced garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes or until fragrant.

• Add the ground beef and cook for 5-7 minutes or until browned.

• Add the diced potato, diced carrot, frozen peas, curry powder, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine and cook for 5-7 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.

• Remove the skillet from the heat and let the beef mixture cool for a few minutes.

• Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness.

• Use a round cookie cutter or a glass to cut out circles of dough.

• Place a spoonful of the beef mixture in the center of each dough circle.

• Fold the dough over the filling and use a fork to crimp the edges together.

• Brush the beaten egg over the top of each beef patty.

• Bake the beef patties for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.

• Serve the Nigerian beef patties warm or at room temperature.

This Nigerian beef patties recipe is a delicious and flavorful snack that can be enjoyed any time of the day. You can also customize the filling by using different types of meat or vegetables based on your preferences.

Bon Appétit!

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