Take a bite of the freshly cooked beef pie, and you will experience the perfect combination of juicy beef filling and crispy yet tender pastry. When tasting the beef pie, it is best to pair it with a cup of hot tea or coffee. The crunchy pastry and succulent beef filling blend together in your mouth, creating a delightful sensation. The aroma of coffee or tea further enhances the deliciousness of the pie, making you feel the warmth of home on a cold winter day.
Ingredients for beef pie
| Beef | 400g |
| Sweet bean sauce | 8g |
| Ginger powder | 5g |
| Oyster sauce | 4g |
| Chopped green onion | 9g |
| Thirteen-spices | 4g |
| Pak choi | 100g |
| Edible oil | 15g |
Steps:
1.First, you need to select a piece of beef that has both lean and fat parts. Cut it into small cubes. Stir-fry the beef in hot oil until it changes color. Then, add a tablespoon of sweet bean sauce and continue stir-frying to remove the moisture from the meat. During this process, you can feel the texture of the meat gradually changing, becoming more tender, and the color deepening.
2.Next, transfer the cooked beef cubes to a bowl, add chopped green onions, ginger powder, Chinese thirteen-spice blend, and an appropriate amount of oyster sauce. At this point, you will smell the irresistible aroma of the mixed filling. Then, chop blanched baby bok choy into small pieces and add it to the filling mixture. Mix well, and now your beef filling is ready.
3.Now, let’s make the pastry. First, roll out the proofed dough into a rectangular shape. The rolled-out pastry should be thin, even, smooth, and elastic. Lay the pastry flat on the work surface, and spoon the prepared filling evenly onto the pastry, leaving some space to prevent overflow.
4.Then, start rolling up the pastry while stretching it at the same time. This creates multiple layers and a crispy texture.
5.Once rolled, press down the end of the pastry and flip it over, pressing it into the bottom. The dough should look full and elastic. The pie crust is ready, and you can press it with your hands to form a circular shape.
6.Place the prepared pies in a greased pan or griddle over medium heat. When one side turns golden brown, it’s time to flip them over. Be careful while flipping to avoid breaking or losing the shape of the pies. Once the other side also turns golden brown, they are ready to be taken off the heat. The aroma of the beef pie will be tantalizing. You can enjoy it with a cup of hot tea or coffee, savoring the satisfaction and happiness brought by this delicious dish.
Tips
1.Different cooking methods require different cuts of beef. For the filling, choose cuts like top round, neck, or hump, which have a good balance of lean and fat, firm texture, are easily marinated with soy sauce, have a high filling yield, and result in especially delicious beef pies. For the pastry, select high-quality flour that is elastic and has good stretchability.
2.Adding a small amount of onion powder to the beef adds a special freshness.
3.Use a mixture of lean and fatty ground beef for a smooth and juicy texture.
4.When pan-frying the beef pies, use medium-low heat and continually flip them to ensure they cook thoroughly without burning. Excessive heat or delayed flipping can result in burnt or overly cooked and misshapen pies.
5.When preparing the filling, you can add seasonings and vegetables according to personal taste, such as scallions, ginger, garlic, carrots, or bell peppers, to enhance the flavor and nutritional value.
Beef Pie is a delectable and nutritious delicacy. With carefully chosen ingredients and skillful techniques, we can craft an irresistible delight. This culinary masterpiece not only offers a taste sensation but also brings spiritual pleasure and emotional fulfillment. Try making beef pies and let your family and friends join in the sharing of this scrumptious delight and the happiness it brings!