Low Fat Classic Meat Pie

Discover comfort food with a healthier twist with this Low Fat Classic Meat Pie! This recipe transforms a traditional favorite into a guilt-free delight by using lean ground beef, plenty of nutrient-rich vegetables, and a flaky low-fat puff pastry topping. The hearty filling is packed with the robust flavors of garlic, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and a touch of tomato paste, all perfectly balanced with a thick, savory gravy. A golden egg-white glaze atop the pie creates a crisp, tempting crust while keeping it light. Perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy family meals, this wholesome meat pie is ready in just over an hour and serves four—making it the ultimate blend of indulgence and nourishment.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams lean ground beef
• 1 medium onion
• 1 medium carrot
• 1 medium celery stalk
• 2 cloves garlic
• 250 milliliters beef stock
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 100 grams frozen peas
• 1.5 tablespoons corn flour
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 sheet low-fat puff pastry
• 1 large egg white
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0 to taste salt
• 0 to taste black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).

Step 2

Finely chop the onion, carrot, celery, and garlic.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the onion, carrot, and celery to the pan. Cook for 5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.

Step 5

Add the garlic and cook for an additional 2 minutes.

Step 6

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the lean ground beef. Cook, breaking it apart with a spoon until browned.

Step 7

Drain any excess fat from the pan.

Step 8

Lower the heat and stir in the tomato paste, beef stock, Worcestershire sauce, and dried thyme.

Step 9

Simmer for 10 minutes or until the mixture starts to thicken slightly.

Step 10

Add the peas and cook for another 2 minutes.

Step 11

Mix the corn flour with 2 tablespoons of water to make a slurry. Stir this into the meat mixture and cook for 2 minutes until it thickens.

Step 12

Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 13

Transfer the meat filling into a pie dish and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 14

Roll out the low-fat puff pastry and place it over the pie dish, trimming any excess.

Step 15

Brush the pastry with beaten egg white to create a glaze.

Step 16

Make a small slit in the center of the pastry to allow steam to escape.

Step 17

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and crisp.

Step 18

Remove from the oven and let the pie cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1293.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1365.6

Total Fat 59.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 309.8mg	0%
Sodium 4192.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 80.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.5g	0%
Total Sugars 20.4g
Protein 122.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 173.8mg	0%
Iron 18.5mg	0%
Potassium 1385.9mg	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: 39.7%

Protein: 36.4%

Carbs: 24.0%