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Jamaican Beef Patties Recipe

Jamaican Beef Patties Recipe


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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 patties 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

These Jamaican Beef Patties are a delicious and spicy Caribbean treat. Flaky pastry filled with seasoned ground beef makes for a satisfying snack or main course. Serve them hot for a flavorful meal straight from Jamaica.


Ingredients

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For the Pastry:

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup cold unsalted butter or shortening, cubed
  • 1/2 cup cold water (add more if needed)

For the Beef Filling:

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1/2 small onion, finely diced
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 teaspoon curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon allspice
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to heat)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup beef broth or water
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs

For the Egg Wash:

  • 1 egg + 1 tablespoon water, beaten

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pastry: Mix flour, turmeric, and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Add water, form dough, and chill.
  2. Make the Filling: Sauté onions, garlic, add beef, spices, broth, and breadcrumbs. Cool.
  3. Assemble the Patties: Roll out dough, cut circles, add filling, fold, and seal edges.
  4. Bake: Brush with egg wash, bake until golden brown.
  5. Serve: Enjoy hot!

Notes

  • Patties can be frozen before baking—just thaw slightly and bake as directed.
  • Add Scotch bonnet pepper for authentic heat if desired.
  • Prep Time: 45 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course or Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Jamaican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 patty
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 440mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 13g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 16g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg