Natchitoches Meat Pies Recipe
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Ingredients
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Filling
Crust
For frying
Method
Filling Preparation
- 1
Cook the meat
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and ground pork and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- 2
- 3
Season the filling
Add Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Mix well.
- 4
Add broth
Pour in the beef broth and let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and let cool.
Crust Preparation
- 5
Make the dough
In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 6
Add water
Gradually add water, mixing until the dough comes together. Divide the dough into 2 balls, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Assembly and Cooking
- 7
Roll out the dough
On a floured surface, roll out one ball of dough to about 1/8 inch thickness. Cut into 6-inch circles.
- 8
Fill the pies
Place a tablespoon of the meat filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape and crimp the edges to seal.
- 9
Heat oil for frying
In a deep skillet or frying pan, heat 2 cups of cooking oil over medium-high heat.
- 10
Fry the meat pies
Once the oil is hot, carefully add the filled pies, frying in batches if necessary. Cook until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes on each side. Remove and drain on paper towels.