Jamaican Beef Patty (Print)
Sun-colored pastry pockets stuffed with seasoned ground beef and island spices, bringing real Caribbean tastes in every mouthful.
# Ingredients:
→ Dough
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½ cup frozen shortening
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½ tsp turmeric powder
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1 tsp salt
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½ cup frozen butter, diced
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2 ½ cups plain flour
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½ cup icy cold water
→ Filling
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1 tbsp soy sauce
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½ tsp black pepper
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½ lb minced beef
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½ cup breadcrumbs
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1 egg for brushing
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1 tsp thyme leaves
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½ tsp optional cayenne pepper
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½ cup beef stock
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2 minced garlic cloves
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1 finely diced small onion
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1 tsp salt
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1 tbsp curry spice
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1 tsp allspice
# Steps:
01 -
Combine flour, turmeric, and salt in a bowl. Toss in cold butter and shortening, working them into the mixture till it’s crumb-like. Slowly pour in icy water and form it into dough. Wrap it and chill for 30 minutes.
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Cook beef in a frying pan over medium heat till browned. Add garlic, onion, thyme, salt, spices, and cayenne. Stir in curry powder, soy sauce, and stock. Simmer for 10 mins, mix in breadcrumbs, and let it thicken. Set aside to cool.
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Heat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll dough flat and cut circles, about 6-inch wide. Spoon 2 tbsp of the filling onto half the circle, fold over, and use a fork to seal it. Give tops a brush of egg wash.
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Place them on a baking tray lined with parchment. Bake for about 20-25 minutes or until they turn crisp and golden.
# Additional Notes:
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Use freezer-cold butter and shortening for a light, flaky crust. Be gentle with the dough to keep it from toughening.
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Adjust how much spice you like by tweaking the cayenne. For a bolder flavor, try Scotch bonnet pepper for heat.
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Leftover patties can stay in the fridge for up to 3 days. Freeze unbaked ones for up to 3 months. Cook frozen at 375°F for 30-35 minutes.