Low Fat Cornish Pasty

Savor the comforting flavors of a classic British delicacy with a healthier twist in this Low Fat Cornish Pasty recipe! Perfectly flaky pastry made with reduced-fat butter encases a hearty filling of lean diced beef, tender potatoes, sweet rutabaga, and aromatic onion, all gently seasoned with black pepper and moistened with low-sodium beef broth. With just a fraction of the traditional fat content, this guilt-free version retains all the warmth and satisfaction of the original. Simple yet rewarding to prepare, these pasties are baked to golden perfection and make an excellent choice for a wholesome dinner, picnic fare, or an on-the-go snack. Plus, the recipe is beginner-friendly and ready in just around 90 minutes. Whether served warm or at room temperature, these low-fat Cornish pasties are sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams All-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 75 grams Reduced-fat butter or margarine
• 75 milliliters Cold water
• 200 grams Lean beef chuck, finely diced
• 150 grams Potatoes, peeled and cut into small cubes
• 75 grams Rutabaga or turnip, peeled and diced
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons Low-sodium beef broth
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 Egg white

Directions

Step 1

To make the pastry, combine the flour and salt in a mixing bowl. Rub in the reduced-fat butter until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.

Step 2

Gradually add cold water to the flour mixture, stirring until a firm dough forms. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.

Step 3

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 4

In a large bowl, combine beef, potatoes, rutabaga (or turnip), onion, beef broth, and black pepper. Mix well to combine the filling ingredients.

Step 5

Divide the dough into four equal portions and roll each out into a 20 cm circle on a lightly floured surface.

Step 6

Place an equal portion of the filling onto one half of each pastry circle, leaving a small margin along the edge.

Step 7

Lightly brush the edge of each pastry circle with water, fold over the other half to enclose the filling, and press the edges together tightly.

Step 8

Seal the edges by crimping with a fork or by pinching the edges decoratively.

Step 9

Place the pasties on the prepared baking sheet, brush the tops with beaten egg white, and cut a small slit in the center for steam to escape.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-60 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 11

Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy these warm or at room temperature!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1002.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1882.6

Total Fat 59.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 186.8mg	0%
Sodium 1919.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 235.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.1g	0%
Total Sugars 10.2g
Protein 86.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 130.9mg	0%
Iron 18.4mg	0%
Potassium 1991.3mg	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: 29.4%

Protein: 19.0%

Carbs: 51.6%