Simple Pork Pie
Savor the flavors of traditional Britain with our classic pork pie recipe! Made with tender ground pork, rich gravy, and flaky pastry, this hearty dish is perfect for a comforting meal or snack. Easy to make and delicious to eat, try our authentic British pork pie recipe today!
Ingredients
- 450g ground pork
- 1 onion diced
- 2 cloves of garlic minced
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables e.g., peas, carrots
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 cup butter melted
- 1 egg beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 pie crust homemade or store-bought
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine pork, onion, garlic, vegetables, flour, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Mix well.
- Roll out the pie crust and place in a 9-inch pie dish.
- Fill the pie crust with the pork mixture.
- Brush the edges with melted butter.
- Roll out the remaining pie crust and use to cover the pie. Crimp edges to seal.
- Cut a few slits in the top crust for ventilation.
- Brush the top crust with the beaten egg for a golden glaze.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is cooked through.
Notes
(Note: You can also use a pre-made pie crust or a puff pastry crust for a flakier texture.)
The prep time for the simple pork pie recipe I provided is approximately 20-25 minutes. This includes: - Chopping the onion and garlic (5 minutes)
- Measuring and mixing the ingredients (5 minutes)
- Rolling out the pie crust (5 minutes)
- Filling and assembling the pie (5-7 minutes) Note that this time may vary depending on your skill level, the tools you use, and the number of pies you're making. Additionally, if you're making your own pie crust from scratch, you'll need to add an extra 30-40 minutes to the prep time.
The prep time for the simple pork pie recipe I provided is approximately 20-25 minutes. This includes: - Chopping the onion and garlic (5 minutes)
- Measuring and mixing the ingredients (5 minutes)
- Rolling out the pie crust (5 minutes)
- Filling and assembling the pie (5-7 minutes) Note that this time may vary depending on your skill level, the tools you use, and the number of pies you're making. Additionally, if you're making your own pie crust from scratch, you'll need to add an extra 30-40 minutes to the prep time.