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The minced meat pie with puff pastry is a quick and easy recipe that is ideal for a festive Easter meal for the whole family.
At Easter, people are always looking for traditional dishes with a touch of innovation to enrich the festive table.
The simple minced meat pie with crispy puff pastry offers exactly this delicious change from the usual Easter treats.
Inspired by Greek cuisine and based on the popular Kreatopita, this hearty pie combines spicy minced meat, aromatic herbs and spices and airy puff pastry.
This recipe is perfect for anyone looking for a no-fuss yet impressive dish to add to the Easter menu.
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In addition to the simple minced meat pie with puff pastry, there are a variety of other delicious recipes that use minced meat in creative ways.
From savory pies and casseroles to stuffed vegetables and exotic delicacies, minced meat cuisine offers endless possibilities.
How about a classic spaghetti bolognese, for example, prepared with a juicy minced meat tomato sauce and parmesan?
Or a hearty meatloaf that surprises with a delicious filling of cheese, peppers, sun-dried tomatoes and olives?
For fans of oriental cuisine, a Turkish pizza with minced meat, tomatoes and feta cheese is a real delicacy.
Whether you want to try classic favorites or something new, the world of minced meat recipes has something to suit every taste.
For a minced meat pie with puff pastry you need these ingredients:
You can vary the recipe for a minced meat pie with puff pastry by adding different spices or vegetables.
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2 tbsp vegetable oil
450 g minced pork or beef
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves of garlic, minced
Salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
2 teaspoons parsley, dried
2 tsp dill, dried
0.5 tsp thyme, dried
100 g cheese, grated
3 eggs
2 packs (270 g each) of puff pastry on the cooling shelf
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This is how the minced meat pie with puff pastry works:
Preheat the oven to 220 °C top/bottom heat.
Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat.
Add the minced meat to the pan and fry until it begins to brown.
Add the onion and garlic and fry for three minutes.
Season with salt and pepper.
Add the parsley, dill and thyme, mix everything together, then set aside and let the mixture cool for a few minutes.
Add the cheese and two eggs to the cooled minced meat mixture and mix everything well.
Line the bottom of a floured baking dish with puff pastry, spread the meat on top and cover with the second puff pastry.
Press the edges of the dough into the mold.
Brush the puff pastry with the remaining egg.
Prick the dough several times all over the surface with a fork.
Bake in a hot oven for 45 minutes until golden brown.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool for ten minutes before cutting the mince pie into squares and serving either warm or cold.
Bon appetit!
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The simple recipe for a hearty minced meat pie with puff pastry is perfect for a quick and delicious Easter meal.
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Vegetarian alternatives for minced meat
If you want to replace the minced meat, there are various alternatives depending on your personal preferences and dietary needs.
One option is to replace the minced meat with plant-based alternatives such as soy granules, tofu or mixed legumes such as lentils or chickpeas.
These can be prepared with the same spices and herbs as the ground beef to achieve a similar flavor.
Another option is to use chopped vegetables such as mushrooms, zucchini or peppers to give the dish a delicious and healthy touch.
These versatile options allow you to adapt the recipe to individual preferences while creating a delicious meal for everyone.
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