Baked Beef and Onion Meat Pie with Flaky Pastry

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

A classic Australian meat pie filled with savory minced beef and caramelized onions enclosed in a golden flaky crust. This australian-inspired beef ready in about 55 minutes pairs ground beef, large, finely diced yellow onion, beef broth for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 35 min Serves 4 Australian cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 large finely diced yellow onion and sauté for 8 minutes until caramelized and golden.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 lb ground beef to the skillet with onions and cook for 6-7 minutes, breaking up with a spoon until browned and cooked through.
  3. Step 3: Sprinkle 2 tbsp all-purpose flour over the beef mixture and stir for 1 minute to remove raw flour taste.
  4. Step 4: Slowly pour in 3/4 cup beef broth and stir in 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes until thickened and glossy.
  5. Step 5: Roll out the 2 thawed puff pastry sheets to fit four 4-inch pie tins. Divide beef filling evenly among tins and cover each with pastry, sealing edges by pressing with a fork.
  6. Step 6: Brush each pie top with 1 beaten egg for a shiny golden finish.
  7. Step 7: Bake pies on a baking sheet for 20-25 minutes until pastry is puffed and deep golden brown. Let cool 5 minutes before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Baked Beef and Onion Meat Pie with Flaky Pastry take to make?

Total time is about 55 minutes (20 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Baked Beef and Onion Meat Pie with Flaky Pastry?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ground beef from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Beef and Onion Meat Pie with Flaky Pastry?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Baked Beef and Onion Meat Pie with Flaky Pastry for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Baked Beef and Onion Meat Pie with Flaky Pastry?

Australian beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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