Jamaican Beef Patties (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Dough
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2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
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1 tsp salt
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1 tsp turmeric
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½ cup cold butter, cubed
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½ cup cold shortening
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½ cup ice-cold water
→ For the Filling
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1 lb ground beef
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp thyme
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1 tsp allspice
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½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
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½ tsp black pepper
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1 tsp salt
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1 tbsp soy sauce
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½ cup breadcrumbs
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½ cup beef broth
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1 tbsp curry powder
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1 egg, for egg wash
# Instructions:
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In a bowl, mix flour, salt, and turmeric. Add butter and shortening, rubbing them into the flour until crumbly. Gradually add ice-cold water and knead into a dough. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
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Cook ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Add onion, garlic, thyme, allspice, cayenne, black pepper, and salt. Stir in soy sauce, curry powder, and beef broth. Simmer for 10 minutes. Mix in breadcrumbs and cook until thickened. Let cool.
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Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F). Roll out dough and cut into circles (15 cm diameter). Place 2 tbsp of filling on one side, fold over, and seal edges with a fork. Brush with egg wash.
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Arrange patties on a lined baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
# Notes:
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Allow patties to cool slightly before serving for best flavor and to avoid burning your mouth.