Sure you have tried a Jamaican beef patty, but have you thought to make one? It is not as hard as it seems and though making any dish with pastry can be challenging, this is a challenge worth taking on! Try this recipe today, courtesy of food blogger, food writer and recipe developer Nadia Boachie of Travelandmunchies.
Beef Patty
The beef patty is made from a pie crust which is traditionally made from shortening and beef suet but can also be made with butter if that is all you have on hand. The filling is flavoured with typical Jamaican ingredients like all spice and scotch bonnet and simmered to perfection. If you are in the mood to take on the challenge and try your hand at Jamaican beef patties this is a great recipe to start with. They freeze very well and make for a great snack or meal throughout the week.
Pastry dough
3 1/2 cups (450 grams) all purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup (220 grams unsalted butter frozen)
1 tablespoon turmeric powder
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 cup milk plus more if needed
1 tablespoon white vinegar
Beef patty meat filling
1 tablespoon neutral oil
1 lb (450 grams) lean ground beef
1 large size yellow or red onion finely chopped
3 stalks fresh scallions finely chopped
2 cloves garlic minced
2 inch minced ginger
1 pepper Scotch bonnet pepper (can add more if desired)
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
3/4 teaspoon salt or as necessary
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1-2 tablespoon ketchup
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon thyme
1 teaspoon all spice
1-2 cups beef or chicken stock