Pie with meat filling, egg and peas
6 servings
75 minutes
A meat pie with egg and peas is a true cozy masterpiece of European cuisine. Its roots go back to traditional village baking recipes where simple ingredients were transformed into rich and hearty dishes. The pie's flavor is harmonious: crispy puff pastry surrounds tender minced meat infused with spices and onions, topped with refreshing green peas that add a light sweetness. The egg filling makes the stuffing juicy, while the golden crust is appetizing. This pie is perfect for both family dinners and festive gatherings. It is versatile—can be served hot or cold, with sauces or sour cream. The aroma of spices and baked dough creates a warm home atmosphere. Enjoy your meal!
1
Prepare the ingredients (thaw the dough, place the minced meat in a bowl).
- Unyeasted puff pastry: 1 piece
- Mince: 500 g
2
Add spices for meat to the minced meat.
- Meat spice blend: 1 teaspoon
3
Add dried carrots.
- Dried carrot: pinch
4
To salt.
5
How to mix minced meat with spices.
6
Peel the onion and cut it into small pieces.
- Onion: 1 head
7
Fry the onion in vegetable oil until almost cooked.
- Vegetable oil: 50 ml
8
Add minced meat to the onion.
- Mince: 500 g
9
Mix the minced meat with onion and cook until almost fully done (about 10 minutes).
10
Dust the table with flour and roll out the dough (the sheet size should be slightly larger than the baking dish).
- Unyeasted puff pastry: 1 piece
11
Place the dough in the form and leave the edges.
12
Place the almost ready minced meat in the dough form and slightly fold the edges.
13
Sprinkle frozen peas on top.
- Frozen green peas: 100 g
14
Crack the eggs into a bowl.
- Chicken egg: 3 pieces
15
Stir with a fork and pour evenly over the pie.
16
Spread with a brush over the surface and the wrapped edges.
17
Decorate with cherry tomatoes.
- Cherry tomatoes: 2 pieces
18
Bake for 30-40 minutes at 180 degrees (check the pie's readiness with a toothpick by poking the thickest part of the wrapped edge or in the corner).
19
Take out the ready pie and let it cool a bit.
20
Slice into portions and serve with sour cream.
