Ingredients for Belizean Meat Pies
- 1 1/2 lbs ground beef
- 1 large bell pepper, diced
- 1 large onion, diced
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 habanero pepper, finely minced
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt (for dough) and 1 teaspoon salt (for filling)
- 1/2 cup shortening, cold
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup carrots, diced
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How to Make Belizean Meat Pies
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, onion, garlic, bell pepper, carrots, and seasonings. Mix well and set aside.
- In a food processor, combine the flour, shortening, and salt. Pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- With the food processor running, slowly add the ice water until a ball of dough forms.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently for a few minutes. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about ⅛ inch thickness.
- Use a 4-inch cookie cutter or a knife to cut out circles.
- Spoon a generous amount of the meat filling onto one half of each circle.
- Fold the other half of the circle over the filling to form a half-moon shape, crimping the edges to seal.
- Place the pies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is cooked through.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your taste of Belize!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
8 g
Sugar
2g
Fat
17g
Carbs
10g
