Crispy Irish Beef and Guinness Hand Pies
These cozy, golden hand pies are made with flaky pastry, savory beef, and tender veggies, making them the perfect handheld comfort food.
Ingredients
For the Filling
- 1 lb ground beef Use leaner beef for a lighter version.
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup mushrooms, chopped Replace with bell pepper for a mushroom-free version.
- 1 cup peas Use fresh or frozen.
- 1 cup beef broth or stock For a non-alcoholic option.
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Pastry
- 1 package puff pastry or pie dough Puff pastry recommended for a flaky texture.
- 1 egg for egg wash Can use milk or plant milk instead.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, cooking until softened.
- Stir in the carrots, mushrooms, and peas. Cook for 5 minutes.
- Sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir to combine. Pour in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, adding thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer until the mixture thickens.
- Roll out the puff pastry and cut into circles. Place a spoonful of the beef mixture on half of each circle. Fold and seal the edges with a fork.
- Brush the tops with beaten egg.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Serving
- Serve warm at gatherings and allow to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
These hand pies are easily customizable. You can make the filling ahead and freeze unbaked pies for later baking.