Description
Indulge in a hearty and comforting British classic with this Steak and Onion Pie recipe. Tender beef stewed with savory onions, encased in flaky pastry, makes for a satisfying meal that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Filling:
- 1½ lbs (700g) beef stewing steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1½ cups beef stock
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp dried thyme
For the Pastry:
- 1 sheet shortcrust pastry, for the base
- 1 sheet puff pastry, for the top
- 1 egg, beaten, for egg wash
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the Beef: Toss the beef cubes with flour, salt, and pepper. Brown in batches in a skillet, then set aside.
- Cook the Onions: In the same pan, cook onions until soft and golden. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Combine Ingredients: Return beef to the pan, add beef stock, Worcestershire sauce, and thyme. Simmer covered for 1½ to 2 hours.
- Assemble the Pie: Cool the mixture slightly. Line a pie dish with shortcrust pastry, add the filling, and top with puff pastry. Seal, trim, brush with egg wash, and bake for 35–40 minutes.
Notes
- You can make the filling a day ahead for deeper flavor.
- Serve with mashed potatoes and peas for a classic British meal.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
