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One bite of this Pepper Steak Pie, and you’ll see why it never lasts long.
Classic Pepper Steak Pie Recipe with Puff Pastry
If you love a good meat pie, this pepper steak version is a must-try. It’s hearty, full of flavor, and wrapped in golden, flaky pastry. The filling is rich and savory with tender beef, soft veggies, and a touch of sweetness from food caramel. It’s comfort food done right and easier to make than you’d think.
Why You’ll Love This Pepper Steak Pie:
- The pastry is buttery, crisp, and made from scratch
- The filling is packed with tender steak and vegetables
- A splash of food caramel adds deep flavor and color
- Puff pastry top turns golden and flaky in the oven
- Great for dinner, meal prep, or sharing with friends
No fancy steps, just good food that tastes like home.
This pepper steak pie filling melts in your mouth and makes the house smell amazing
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Pepper Steak Pie with Homemade Pastry
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dinner Recipes
- Method: Easy
Description
Make this easy pepper steak pie with homemade pastry, tender beef, and rich savory flavor. Perfect for cozy dinners
Ingredients
- 250 g flour
- 200 g cold butter
- a pinch
- Steak
- Celery
- Carrot
- Onion
- Salt
- Pepper
- Beef stock powder
- Water
- Maggi Sweet Caramel
Instructions
- Mix 250 g flour, 200 g cold butter, and a pinch of salt in a food processor.
- Add just enough cold water to form a dough that pulls away from the bowl.
- If it’s too sticky, add more flour.
- Knead the dough until smooth, then wrap it in cling film and chill until ready to use.
Savory Beef and Veggie Filling with a Hint of Sweet Caramel
- Dice steak into small pieces.
- Chop celery, carrot, and onion finely.
- Cook the meat and veggies together with salt, pepper, and beef stock powder. Let it simmer.
- Add water mixed with food caramel (like Maggi brand) for extra color and richness.
- Cook until the meat is tender enough to break apart easily.
- Thicken the mixture with a flour-water paste and a little more food caramel.
- Let the filling cool completely before using.
Assembling and Baking the Pepper Steak Pie
- Spray your pie dish and press the pastry into it.
- Let it rest to avoid shrinking.
- Fill with the cooled meat mixture.
- Add a slice of tomato and sprinkle with black pepper on top.
- Cover with puff pastry, seal the edges with water, and trim the excess dough.
- Cut a small slit on top for steam to escape.
- Brush with egg wash and sprinkle more pepper.
- Bake at 200°C for 25–30 minutes until golden brown.
Optional: Add Cheese and Tomato Inside for Extra Flavor
For a richer pie, add cheese and a tomato slice inside the filling before sealing the top pastry.
Notes
Created, prepared, tried, and tested by Cathy
Dinner plans made easy with this savory pepper steak pie. The crust is buttery and golden, and the filling is loaded with tender steak, carrots, celery, and onion. Top it with puff pastry, brush with egg wash, and bake until golden. It’s the kind of pie you’ll want to make again.
This pepper steak pie recipe delivers tender beef, soft vegetables, and deep savory flavor in a flaky golden crust. It’s easy to follow, full of comfort, and perfect for anyone who loves a hearty homemade meal.
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Thanks for dropping in and checking out the recipes and what’s on offer.
Thanks for dropping in and checking out the recipes and what’s on offer.
If you try out this delightful recipe, please let me know, rate it, and tag me on Instagram at @_esmesalon. I’m excited to see your amazing recreations, and I’m hooked on those mouthwatering photos!
We happily share our tasty and fantastic recipes and are excited to spread some love by sharing our posts at these awesome Linky Parties.
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This sounds delicious! I am sure that it is. Thank you for sharing with us at The Crazy Little Lovebirds link party.
Thank you Steph for popping in and connecting. Much appreciated and thanks for allowing me to share with your readers.