Vegetarian Classic Beef Pasty

Savor the comforting flavors of our Vegetarian Classic Beef Pasty, a plant-based twist on the traditional Cornish delicacy! This hearty recipe features a flaky, buttery pastry encasing a flavorful filling of tender potatoes, carrots, onions, celery, and a savory plant-based ground "beef" substitute, all seasoned with aromatic thyme and black pepper. Perfectly baked to golden perfection, these veggie pasties are a satisfying meal option for vegetarians and meat-lovers alike. Easy to make with accessible ingredients, this dish combines nostalgia with nutrition, making it ideal for weeknight dinners, packed lunches, or picnics. Serve warm with a side of your favorite sauce or salad—it’s comfort food that everyone can enjoy!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 450 grams all-purpose flour
• 225 grams unsalted butter
• 120 milliliters ice-cold water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 150 grams potatoes, peeled and diced
• 100 grams carrots, peeled and diced
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
• 200 grams plant-based ground 'beef' substitute
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 60 milliliters vegetable broth
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 egg, beaten for egg wash

Directions

Step 1

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).

Step 2

2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Add the chilled, diced butter.

Step 3

3. Using your fingertips or a pastry cutter, work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.

Step 4

4. Slowly add the ice-cold water, mixing with your hands until a dough forms. Do not overwork the dough.

Step 5

5. Wrap the dough in cling film and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.

Step 6

6. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion, celery, potatoes, and carrots. Cook until they begin to soften, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 7

7. Stir in the plant-based ground 'beef' substitute, black pepper, and thyme. Cook for another 3 minutes.

Step 8

8. Pour in the vegetable broth, stir well, and let it simmer until most of the liquid is absorbed, about 5 more minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.

Step 9

9. Divide the dough into four equal parts. Roll out each piece into a circle roughly 20 cm in diameter.

Step 10

10. Place a quarter of the filling on one side of each circle, leaving a border around the edge.

Step 11

11. Brush the edges with beaten egg, fold the pastry over to encase the filling, and press the edges to seal. Crimp with a fork or your fingers for a decorative effect.

Step 12

12. Place the pasties on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and brush with beaten egg.

Step 13

13. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 14

14. Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1701.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4297.3

Total Fat 263.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 130.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 684.2mg	0%
Sodium 3542.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 416.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.8g	0%
Total Sugars 16.0g
Protein 94.7g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 401.3mg	0%
Iron 31.5mg	0%
Potassium 2877.3mg	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: 53.7%

Protein: 8.6%

Carbs: 37.7%