Dairy-Free Savory Meat Pastry

Satisfy your craving for hearty, homemade comfort food with this irresistible Dairy-Free Savory Meat Pastry recipe. Featuring a flaky, olive oil-based crust and a perfectly seasoned filling of ground beef or lamb, these golden-brown delights are packed with bold flavors like cumin, coriander, and smoked paprika. With no butter or cream, these pastries cater to dairy-free diets without compromising on richness or texture. Perfect for appetizers, on-the-go snacks, or satisfying meals, these pastries can be served warm or at room temperature. Easy to prepare and baked to crisp perfection, they’re a versatile and crowd-pleasing treat for any occasion!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup olive oil
• 0.5 cup cold water
• 1 pound ground beef or lamb
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash, optional)

Directions

Step 1

1. Prepare the pastry dough: In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon of salt. Gradually mix in 0.5 cup of olive oil using a fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 2

2. Stir in 0.5 cup of cold water, a little at a time, mixing until a smooth dough forms. If the dough is too sticky, add a bit more flour. If it's too dry, add a bit more water.

Step 3

3. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let it rest.

Step 4

4. Meanwhile, prepare the filling: In a skillet over medium heat, cook 1 pound of ground meat (beef or lamb) until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.

Step 5

5. Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic, and cook until the onion is soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 6

6. Stir in 1 teaspoon each of ground cumin and ground coriander, 0.5 teaspoon of smoked paprika, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes or until the spices are fragrant.

Step 7

7. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped fresh parsley. Let the filling cool slightly.

Step 8

8. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 9

9. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness. Use a round cutter (about 4 inches in diameter) to cut out circles of dough.

Step 10

10. Place about 1 to 1.5 tablespoons of the meat filling onto one half of each dough circle.

Step 11

11. Fold the other half over the filling to form a half-moon shape. Press the edges with a fork to seal.

Step 12

12. Arrange the pastries on the prepared baking sheet. Brush lightly with beaten egg if desired for a golden finish.

Step 13

13. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until the pastries are golden brown and crispy.

Step 14

14. Allow to cool slightly before serving. These pastries can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1112.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3160.6

Total Fat 211.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 55.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.6g
Cholesterol 547.9mg	0%
Sodium 3975.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 199.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.5g	0%
Total Sugars 6.0g
Protein 110.6g	0%

Vitamin D 40IU	0%
Calcium 238.6mg	0%
Iron 27.8mg	0%
Potassium 1897.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.5%

Protein: 14.1%

Carbs: 25.4%