Description
Delight in the heartwarming essence of Scotch Pie, a beloved Scottish classic that brings comfort with every bite. This savory pastry features a rich filling of seasoned ground meat, enveloped in a golden, crisp hot water crust pastry. Perfect for any occasion, these pies can be served as appetizers, main courses, or snacks that will leave your guests craving more. Whether enjoyed warm from the oven or at room temperature during picnics, Scotch Pies are versatile and customizable to suit your taste. With easy-to-follow instructions and simple ingredients, youโll find joy in creating this hearty dish that is sure to impress.
Ingredients
- 250g all-purpose flour
- 100g butter (or lard)
- 100ml boiling water
- 400g ground lamb (or beef)
- 1 tsp finely chopped onion
- 1 tsp white pepper
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 tsp ground mace
- 0.25 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 beaten egg (for brushing)
Instructions
- Make the Pastry: Heat butter with boiling water until just boiling. Combine with flour and half the salt in a mixing bowl; stir and knead until smooth.
- Prepare the Filling: In another bowl, mix ground lamb (or beef), onion, spices, and remaining salt until evenly combined.
- Shape the Pies: Roll out pastry to about 1/8-inch thick; cut circles for bases and tops. Line pie rings or muffin tins with larger circles.
- Fill and Seal: Add meat filling to each pastry case, moisten edges with water, add tops, and seal securely.
- Bake: Brush with beaten egg and bake in preheated oven at 180ยฐC (350ยฐF) for about 30โ35 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Allow to cool briefly before serving hot or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Scottish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For added flavor, experiment with different herbs and spices in the filling. Ensure not to overfill the pies to prevent spillage during baking.