Meat pie with egg

8 servings

100 minutes

Meat pie with egg is a traditional dish of European cuisine that combines tender meat, aromatic mushrooms, and buttery puff pastry. Its history dates back centuries when meat pies became an integral part of festive feasts. The secret to its delightful taste lies in the juicy filling infused with the aromas of sautéed onions and mushrooms, as well as the boiled eggs that give the pie a unique texture and richness. The braided structure of the dough makes it not only delicious but also aesthetically pleasing. This dish is perfect for family dinners and special occasions, filling the home with warmth and coziness. Served hot, its crispy crust and soft filling create a harmony of flavors that lingers in memory.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 712.7
• Proteins: 20.8g
• Fats: 46.1g
• Carbohydrates: 52.9g

Ingredients

• Chicken egg: 5 pc
• Ground beef: 300 g
• Dill: 100 g
• Puff pastry: 1 kg
• Fresh mushrooms: 200 g
• Salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Olive oil: 50 ml
• Onion: 1 head
• Sesame seeds: 1 tbsp

Cooking steps

1. I cut the mushrooms (I take champignons) into large strips. We chop the onion into small cubes. In a well-heated pan, pour 2-3 tablespoons of olive oil and sauté the onion and mushrooms. Add salt and pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Fresh mushrooms: 200 g
   • Onion: 1 head
   • Olive oil: 50 ml
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

2. Fry the minced meat until golden brown. If the minced meat is fatty, do not add any oil to the pan. Season with salt and pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Ground beef: 300 g
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

3. Mix the minced meat with mushrooms and add finely chopped dill. The filling for the pie is ready.

   Required ingredients:

   • Dill: 100 g

4. Boil 4 eggs and cut them in half lengthwise.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 5 piece

5. Roll out the dough (you can buy ready-made) into a square about 40x40 cm (to fit lengthwise on the baking tray).

6. The edges of the dough are cut about 10-15 cm from both sides towards the center. Half of the filling is placed in the middle. Halves of eggs are placed on top of the filling. Then another layer of filling is added. Using a spoon (or hands), we lightly press down the filling and start braiding. We alternately place strips first from one side and then from the other, trying not to leave gaps.

7. Beat one remaining egg with a fork in a glass. Brush it on the pie. Sprinkle sesame on top.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 5 piece
   • Sesame seeds: 1 tablespoon

8. Place a baking paper on the baking tray and grease it with olive oil. Transfer the pie onto it.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 50 ml

9. Bake in the oven for 40–45 minutes at 200–220 degrees.