My Jamaican Recipes

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Beef Patty

A beef patty is a delicious and savory Jamaican pastry filled with seasoned ground beef. It's a popular street food and can be enjoyed as a snack or a meal. Here's a recipe to make your own homemade beef patties.

Ingredients

• For the pastry:
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup cold butter, cut into small cubes
• 1/4 cup cold water
• For the beef filling:
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon curry powder
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt for the pastry. Add the cold butter and use your fingers or a pastry cutter to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
2. Add the cold water, a little at a time, and mix until the dough comes together. Knead the dough gently on a floured surface until it forms a smooth ball. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
3. In a skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic and sauté until softened.
4. Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned. Break up the beef with a spoon as it cooks.
5. Stir in the curry powder, thyme, paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Remove from heat and let the beef filling cool.
6. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
7. Remove the pastry dough from the refrigerator and roll it out on a floured surface to a thickness of about 1/4 inch.