Oven-Baked Australian Meat Pie with Golden Pastry

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A traditional Australian meat pie featuring rich minced beef filling encased in flaky golden pastry, perfect for a hearty family dinner. This Australian-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 55 minutes, layers minced beef, onion, all-purpose flour into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

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

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 finely chopped medium onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
  2. Step 2: Add 500 g minced beef, cooking for 6-7 minutes while breaking up the meat, until browned and no longer pink.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp all-purpose flour, cooking for 1 minute to remove raw flour taste. Gradually add 1 cup beef broth and 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, stirring until the sauce thickens and coats the meat, about 4-5 minutes. Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  4. Step 4: Roll out 2 frozen shortcrust pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface. Cut one sheet into circles to fit your pie tins and press into each tin.
  5. Step 5: Spoon the beef filling evenly into the pastry-lined tins. Cover with the second pastry sheet, sealing edges by pressing with fingers and crimping. Cut small slits in the top pastry for steam release.
  6. Step 6: Brush tops with 1 beaten large egg for a golden finish. Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until pastry is puffed and golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Oven-Baked Australian Meat Pie with Golden Pastry take to make?

Total time is about 55 minutes (20 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.

How do I store leftover Oven-Baked Australian Meat Pie with Golden Pastry?

Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.

Can I substitute ingredients in Oven-Baked Australian Meat Pie with Golden 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 Oven-Baked Australian Meat Pie with Golden 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 Oven-Baked Australian Meat Pie with Golden 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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