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Scotch Pie

Scotch Pie
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Indulge in the warmth and comfort of homemade Scotch Pie, a classic Scottish dish that features a savory meat filling enveloped in flaky hot water crust pastry. Perfect for cozy nights or festive gatherings, this hearty pie is not only delicious but also easy to make, making it accessible for cooks of all skill levels. With a robust filling of ground lamb or beef seasoned with aromatic spices, each bite is bursting with flavor. Enjoy these delightful pies hot, warm, or at room temperature, as they serve beautifully as appetizers or main courses. Customize your Scotch pie by adding vegetables or different seasonings to suit your taste.

Ingredients

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  • 250 g All-purpose flour
  • 100 g Lard or butter (butter for vegetarian option)
  • 100 ml Boiling water
  • 400 g Ground lamb (or beef)
  • 1 tsp Finely chopped onion
  • 1 tsp White pepper
  • 0.5 tsp Black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp Ground mace
  • 0.25 tsp Ground nutmeg
  • 1 Egg (beaten for brushing)

Instructions

  1. To make the pastry, heat lard (or butter) and boiling water until boiling. Pour over flour and half of the salt in a mixing bowl. Stir well, cool slightly, then knead until smooth.
  2. In another bowl, mix ground lamb (or beef), finely chopped onion, white pepper, black pepper, ground mace, ground nutmeg, and remaining salt until well combined.
  3. Roll out the pastry dough to about 1/8-inch thickness; cut larger circles for bases and smaller ones for tops. Line pie rings or muffin tins with the larger circles.
  4. Fill each pastry case with the meat mixture. Moisten edges with water before placing on top circles; pinch to seal.
  5. Brush each pie with beaten egg and bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for approximately 30–35 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Let cool briefly before serving.

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