Beef patties are a delicious and popular food. They are made with ground beef, spices, and pastry dough, and then baked until golden brown. Beef patties are often served as a snack or an appetizer, but they can also be a meal in themselves.
Savory filling and crispy crust
The savory filling and crispy crust make Beef patties irresistible, and they are sure to be a hit at any party or gathering. So next time you're looking for something new and exciting to try, be sure to give Beef patties a try - you won't be disappointed!
What is so GREAT about Beef Patties
Beef Patties are a Caribbean staple and for good reason. They're savory, well-seasoned, and perfect for any time of day. Beef Patties are usually made with beef that has been slow-cooked and simmered in a savory gravy, then seasoned with a variety of spices including allspice, thyme, and curry powder. The result is a flavorful, hearty patty that is perfect for enjoying on its own or as part of a meal. Beef Patties are delicious and sure to leave you satisfied.
Ingredients
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Servings: 4
- Ingredients:
- ¼ cup Red Onion, chopped
- 2 tablespoon Ginger, minced
- 2 Scallions, thinly sliced
- Red hot pepper, minced finely (optional)
- 1-½ teaspoon Curry Powder
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 lb. Lean Ground Beef
- Sea Salt and Black Pepper, to taste
- 3 cups Vegetable Oil ( better alternative - Refined Organic Coconut Oil )
- 1 Green Plantain
- 1 Egg
- 2 Prepared Pie Pastry Dough rounds (store-bought or homemade)
Look for the frozen Goya Empanada Dough Discs ( in the GOYA section of your store)
To Serve:
Scallions, sliced
Lime Wedges
Directions
DIRECTIONS:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large nonstick skillet.
- Add red onions, red pepper ( if using ), ginger, and scallions, Cook for 3-4 minutes.
- Add curry powder and stir.
- Add ground beef to a pan and cook it until it is brown and cooked through, which should take about 10 minutes.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Set aside to cool slightly.
- Peel the green plantain
- slice the green plantain (lengthwise) thinly.
- In a small bowl add the egg and whisk.
- Roll out the pastry dough and use a round cookie cutter to make 4” circles.
- Put 2 tablespoons of meat filling in the middle of each circle. Close the circles and seal the edges with a fork. Brush them with the beaten egg.
- Heat up 3 cups of vegetable oil in a deep skillet
- Fry plantains in hot oil until they are crispy and light brown. Be careful not to let them burn.
- place on a paper towel to dry and sprinkle with salt while still warm.
- In the same oil you used to cook the plantain, cook the patties until they are golden brown on both sides. Flipping the patties occasionally, making sure they cook evenly.
- place cooked patties on a paper towel to dry
- Repeat with the uncool patties
- Serve hot beef patties with fresh scallions, lime, and plantain chips.
Beef Patties with Fried Plantain Chips
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Description
Beef patties are delicious and popular food. They are made with ground beef, spices, and pastry dough, and then baked until golden brown. Beef patties are often served as a snack or an appetizer, but they can also be a meal in themselves.
Ingredients
- Ingredients:
- ¼ cup Red Onion, chopped
- 2 tablespoon Ginger, minced
- 2 Scallions, thinly sliced
- Red hot pepper, minced finely (optional)
- 1-½ teaspoon Curry Powder
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 lb. Lean Ground Beef
- Sea Salt and Black Pepper, to taste
- 3 cups Vegetable Oil ( better alternative - Refined Organic Coconut Oil )
- 1 Green Plantain
- 1 Egg
- 2 Prepared Pie Pastry Dough rounds (store-bought or homemade)
Look for the frozen Goya Empanada Dough Discs ( in the GOYA section of your store)
To Serve:
Scallions, sliced
Lime Wedges
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large nonstick skillet.
- Add red onions, red pepper ( if using ), ginger, and scallions, Cook for 3-4 minutes.
- Add curry powder and stir.
- Add ground beef to a pan and cook it until it is brown and cooked through, which should take about 10 minutes.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Set aside to cool slightly.
- Peel the green plantain
- slice the green plantain (lengthwise) thinly.
- In a small bowl add the egg and whisk.
- Roll out the pastry dough and use a round cookie cutter to make 4” circles.
- Put 2 tablespoons of meat filling in the middle of each circle. Close the circles and seal the edges with a fork. Brush them with the beaten egg.
- Heat up 3 cups of vegetable oil in a deep skillet
- Fry plantains in hot oil until they are crispy and light brown. Be careful not to let them burn.
- place on a paper towel to dry and sprinkle with salt while still warm.
- In the same oil you used to cook the plantain, cook the patties until they are golden brown on both sides. Flipping the patties occasionally, making sure they cook evenly.
- place cooked patties on a paper towel to dry
- Repeat with the uncool patties
- Serve hot beef patties with fresh scallions, lime, and plantain chips.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
