Create delightful themed Nigerian Meat Pies perfect for the festive season. These decorative pastries combine traditional meat pie flavors with holiday-inspired designs that will bring joy to your celebration table.
These festive meat pies are especially popular with children and make excellent additions to holiday gatherings. The classic Nigerian recipe gets a creative twist with decorative patterns while maintaining its signature savory taste.
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 250g cold butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 500g minced meat
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 medium potatoes, diced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 2 stock cubes
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Steps to Follow
- Step 1: Mix flour and salt in a large bowl
- Step 2: Cut cold butter into the flour mixture until crumbly
- Step 3: Gradually add cold water to form a firm dough
- Step 4: Refrigerate dough for 30 minutes
- Step 5: Prepare filling by cooking minced meat with vegetables and seasonings
- Step 6: Roll out dough and cut into circles
- Step 7: Add filling to center of each circle
- Step 8: Create festive designs on top using dough cutouts
- Step 9: Seal edges and brush with beaten egg
- Step 10: Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 30-35 minutes until golden brown
Additional Instructions
- Prep time: 45 minutes
- Cook time: 35 minutes
- Serves: 8-10 pies
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days
- Reheat in oven at 150°C for 5-10 minutes
- For festive designs, use cookie cutters or free-hand cut holiday shapes
- Ensure edges are well-sealed to prevent filling leakage
- Allow to cool for 10 minutes before serving
General Nutritional Values
- Calories: Approx. 450 kcal per pie
- Protein: Approx. 15g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 48g
- Fat: Approx. 22g
- Fiber: Approx. 2g
