Special Pork Tourtiere

Indulge in the comforting flavors of a classic Canadian Special Pork Tourtière, a golden, flaky pastry filled with a perfectly seasoned blend of ground pork, beef, and aromatic spices like cinnamon, cloves, and allspice. This traditional French-Canadian meat pie features a grated potato for a unique texture and subtle sweetness, balanced by the earthy notes of dried thyme and a savory garlic and onion base. With just 30 minutes of prep time and a beautifully golden egg-washed crust, this hearty and aromatic dish is perfect for sharing at festive gatherings or cozy family dinners. Serve warm for an authentic taste of Quebecois comfort cuisine!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 g Ground pork
• 250 g Ground beef
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 medium Potato, peeled and grated
• 125 ml Water
• 0.5 tsp Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 tsp Ground cloves
• 0.25 tsp Ground allspice
• 1 tsp Dried thyme
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 2 rounds Pie crust dough (store-bought or homemade)
• 1 Egg, beaten

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet, combine the ground pork, ground beef, and chopped onion over medium heat. Cook until the meat is browned and the onion is softened, about 8-10 minutes. Stir occasionally to break up the meat.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and grated potato to the skillet. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the garlic is aromatic.

Step 3

Pour in the water, then stir in the ground cinnamon, ground cloves, ground allspice, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Lower the heat to a simmer and let the mixture cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. The mixture should become thickened as the water reduces.

Step 4

Remove the meat mixture from the heat and let it cool to room temperature.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).

Step 6

Roll out one round of pie crust dough and fit it into a 9-inch pie dish. Trim any overhang to 1 inch.

Step 7

Spoon the cooled pork filling evenly into the pie crust.

Step 8

Place the second round of pie crust dough over the filling. Trim, seal, and crimp the edges together. Use a sharp paring knife to cut a few small slits into the top crust to allow steam to escape.

Step 9

Brush the top crust with the beaten egg for a golden finish.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.

Step 11

Remove the tourtiere from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1803.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4614.5

Total Fat 303.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 107.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 800.9mg	0%
Sodium 4932.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 285.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.2g	0%
Total Sugars 16.8g
Protein 208.5g	0%

Vitamin D 40IU	0%
Calcium 334.6mg	0%
Iron 20.1mg	0%
Potassium 2203.3mg	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: 58.1%

Protein: 17.7%

Carbs: 24.2%