Mini chilli beef pies
Discover this authentic Australian Mini chilli beef pies recipe — a quick and easy dish that's an impressive dish that showcases your cooking skills. Made with ready rolled shortcrust pastry, sunflower oil, onion and 10 more fresh ingredients, this recipe guides you through 3 detailed steps to create a truly memorable meal. Ready in about 11 minutes from start to finish. Whether you're cooking for family, friends, or a special occasion, this australian classic is sure to impress.
15
Prep Time (min)
1
Cook Time (min)
4
servings
500
Calories/serving
Hard
Difficulty
Ingredients
- 450 g Ready rolled shortcrust pastry
- 1 tablespoon Sunflower Oil
- 1 small Onion
- 2 tsp Hot Chilli Powder
- 2 tsp Ground Cumin
- 250 g Minced Beef
- 85 g Tomato Puree
- 150 ml Beef Stock
- Pinch Ground Cinnamon
- 200 g Kidney Beans
- 1 large Potatoes
- 3 tablespoons Sour Cream
- 2 tablespoons Chopped Chive
Instructions
3 steps · ~65 minutes total
Step 1
To make chilli, heat oil in a pan and fry onion for 5 mins until soft. Add spices; fry for 1 min. Stir in beef and cook for a few mins. Add tomato purée, stock and cinnamon. Give it a stir, bring to the boil, then simmer for 15-20 mins until very little liquid is left. Add beans 5 mins before the end of cooking. Check seasoning and cool.
15 minutesUse a large pot to prevent boiling over. Add salt to the water for extra flavor.Step 2
Heat oven to 200C/fan 180C/gas 6. Using a 7cm pastry cutter, stamp out 12 circles from the pastry. Use to line a 12-hole mini muffin tray, prick the base of the pastry with a fork, and bake for 10 mins. Remove from oven and cool on a wire tray. Repeat with remaining pastry.
25 minutesKeep your fingers curled under (claw grip) for safety when cutting.Step 3
Meanwhile, cook the potato in boiling water until tender. Drain, mash with soured cream and seasoning, then stir through chives. Spoon 1-2 tsp of chilli mix into the pastry cases and top with a tsp of mash. Ruffle mash with a fork; return to the oven for 15 mins or until golden.
25 minutesUse a large pot to prevent boiling over. Add salt to the water for extra flavor.
💡 Tips & Tricks
🔄 Variations
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 5 days in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 3 months — thaw overnight in fridge
Bring to room temperature before serving for best flavor and texture.
What to Serve With
Complete your australian meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
Mini chilli beef pies is a beloved dish from Australian cuisine, originating in Australia. With a total preparation time of about 16 minutes, it's a quick and easy option for any day of the week.
Australian cuisine offers a rich tapestry of flavors and cooking traditions that reflect the culture and history of the region. This dish is a wonderful example of its distinctive culinary heritage.
This recipe is rated hard difficulty and uses 13 ingredients. Experienced cooks will appreciate the technique involved.
Frequently Asked Questions
For mini chilli beef pies, ground beef or minced beef is ideal as it cooks quickly and absorbs the flavors of the spices well.
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Nutrition Facts
4 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
