Cornish Beef Pasties

Here’s a classic recipe for Cornish Beef Pasties—hearty, savory, and perfect for lunch, dinner, or a cozy snack. 🥧🇬🇧

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Cornish Beef Pasties

Ingredients (Makes 4 large pasties)

For the Pastry:

• 2 1/2 cups (320 g) all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 cup (225 g) cold unsalted butter, cubed
• 6–8 tbsp cold water

For the Filling:

• 1 lb (450 g) beef skirt or chuck, diced small
• 1 large potato, peeled and diced small
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 small carrot, finely diced (optional)
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp dried thyme (optional)
• 2 tbsp butter or oil for sautéing

For Finishing:

• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

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Instructions

1. Make the Pastry

1. In a bowl, mix flour and salt.
2. Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Gradually add cold water, 1 tbsp at a time, until dough comes together.
4. Form into a ball, wrap in cling film, and chill 30 minutes.

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2. Prepare the Filling

1. Heat butter or oil in a pan. Lightly sauté onion (and carrot if using) until soft.
2. In a large bowl, combine sautéed vegetables with raw beef, potato, salt, pepper, and thyme.
3. Mix gently—do not overwork, as the pasties should remain tender.

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3. Assemble the Pasties

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Roll out pastry into circles about 8 inches (20 cm) in diameter.
3. Place 1/4 of the filling in the center of each circle.
4. Fold pastry over to form a half-moon shape.
5. Crimp edges to seal well (classic Cornish “crimp”).
6. Brush tops with beaten egg.

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4. Bake

• Place pasties on a lined baking tray.
• Bake for 35–45 minutes, until pastry is golden brown and beef is cooked through.

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Tips for Perfect Cornish Pasties

• Keep everything cold: Cold butter and chilled dough make flakier pastry.
• Don’t overfill: Too much filling makes sealing difficult.
• Optional flavor boost: Add a teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce to the filling.
• Leftovers: Reheat in the oven to keep pastry crisp; avoid microwaving for too long.

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If you want, I can also make a “mini Cornish pasty party version” with small, handheld pasties perfect for serving guests or kids.

Do you want me to do that?