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Crispy Jamaican Patties Recipe Easy Spicy Beef Filling Perfect Snack

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A recipe for golden, flaky Jamaican patties filled with a spicy beef mixture, perfect for snacks, potlucks, or family gatherings. The flaky crust is enhanced with turmeric and butter, and the filling is a balanced blend of Caribbean spices.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • ¾ cup (170g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • ½ cup (120ml) ice-cold water
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 1 pound (450g) ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 Scotch bonnet pepper, deseeded and finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ground allspice (pimento)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • ¼ cup (60ml) beef broth or water
  • 2 green onions, sliced thin
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Make the Pastry Dough (15-20 minutes): In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and turmeric powder. Add the cold cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or two forks to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized butter pieces. Stir together the ice-cold water and white vinegar. Gradually add this to the flour mixture, mixing gently with a fork until the dough just comes together. Wrap the dough in plastic and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to chill.
  2. Prepare the Spicy Beef Filling (20-25 minutes): Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion, garlic, and Scotch bonnet pepper, sautéing until softened and fragrant (about 3-4 minutes). Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Stir in allspice, thyme, paprika, black pepper, salt, and tomato paste. Pour in beef broth or water, reduce heat to low, and simmer until mixture thickens, about 10 minutes. Stir in sliced green onions at the end. R…
  3. Roll and Assemble Patties (20-30 minutes): Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about ⅛ inch (3mm) thickness. Use a round cutter or bowl (around 6 inches/15cm diameter) to cut circles. Place about 2 tablespoons of beef filling in the center of each circle. Fold dough over to form a half-moon shape. Press edges firmly with a fork to seal. For a golden, shiny finish, brush tops with a beaten egg (optional). Arrange patties on the lined baking s…
  4. Bake the Patties (20-25 minutes): Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown and crispy, about 20-25 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Keep butter cold for flaky crust. Avoid overworking dough to prevent toughness. Let filling cool before assembling to avoid soggy dough. Seal edges tightly to prevent leaks. For extra crispiness, brush tops with melted butter halfway through baking. Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated up to 2 days. Freeze patties up to 2 months; reheat in oven to maintain crispness.

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