Low Fat Steak and Ale Pie

Indulge in the hearty comfort of a traditional steak and ale pie with a healthy twist! This low-fat rendition combines lean beef stewing steak simmered to tender perfection in a rich, flavorful ale and low-sodium beef stock base, infused with aromatic garlic, thyme, and a hint of Worcestershire sauce. Packed with wholesome vegetables like carrots, celery, and mushrooms, this dish is as nutritious as it is satisfying. Topped with delicate, golden filo pastry instead of traditional shortcrust, it keeps the dish wonderfully light without sacrificing that satisfying crunch. Perfect for a cozy family dinner, this guilt-free twist on a classic delivers all the warmth and flavor you love while being easy on the waistline. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this low-fat steak and ale pie is a delicious way to enjoy comfort food in a healthier way!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Lean beef stewing steak
• 1 teaspoon Olive oil
• 1 medium, diced Onion
• 2 medium, peeled and diced Carrots
• 1 diced Celery stick
• 150 grams, sliced Mushrooms
• 2 cloves, minced Garlic
• 500 ml Low-sodium beef stock
• 175 ml Ale
• 1 tablespoon Tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon Cornflour
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 leaf Bay leaf
• 4 sheets Filo pastry
• 0 Low-fat cooking spray
• 0 to taste Salt
• 0 to taste Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large, non-stick pot or Dutch oven over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Brown the beef in batches, seasoning with a pinch of salt and pepper, until lightly browned. Set aside on a plate.

Step 3

In the same pot, add diced onion, carrots, celery, and mushrooms, and sauté for 5–7 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the ale and scrape the bottom of the pot to deglaze, incorporating all the browned bits for extra flavor.

Step 6

Add the beef back into the pot, followed by the beef stock, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and the bay leaf. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Lower the heat to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for 50–60 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender and the sauce has thickened. Remove the bay leaf.

Step 8

Mix the cornflour with 2 tablespoons of water to form a slurry. Stir it into the stew and cook for 5 more minutes to thicken further.

Step 9

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Transfer the beef and ale filling into a pie dish and let it cool slightly.

Step 10

Take one sheet of filo pastry, lightly spray it with low-fat cooking spray, and crumple it gently over the pie filling. Repeat with remaining filo sheets until the filling is fully covered.

Step 11

Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 15–20 minutes, or until the filo pastry is golden and crisp.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your low-fat steak and ale pie!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1761.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1337.9

Total Fat 48.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 350mg	0%
Sodium 3496.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 70.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.5g	0%
Total Sugars 20.1g
Protein 147.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 223.8mg	0%
Iron 16.8mg	0%
Potassium 3401.8mg	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: 33.2%

Protein: 45.2%

Carbs: 21.6%