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English meat pie

720 min4 serv.21 февр. 2026 г.

Description

Everyone loves meat pies, and they are prepared in various countries. The English meat pie is very hearty; it reminds me of our kholodets, but in pastry. The pie can be made large or small, individually portioned. In the latter case, baking time will be shorter. The meat for the filling can be cut into small cubes or minced. The gelatin mixture with broth should be poured into the pie gradually, so the liquid thoroughly soaks the filling. It's best to use a funnel. Well, that's about all the details. The recipe for the English meat pie with photos is right in front of you; I hope all steps are clear and your pie turns out delicious.

Instructions

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    Step 1

    Step 1

    First, prepare the broth as you would for aspic. It's best to make it from pork trotters—in this case, you might not need additional gelatin. For the pie, you can also use regular broth. Choose the option that suits you.

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    Step 2

    Step 2

    We wash the meat and cut it into small cubes. We also finely chop the bacon. Mix the meat with the bacon, add dry or fresh aromatic herbs, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Mix well.

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    Step 3

    Step 3

    Melt the butter and lard.

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    Step 4

    Step 4

    Pour water into the melted fat and add salt, bring to a boil.

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    Step 5

    Step 5

    Sift the flour into a bowl, add the egg, and mix. Then pour in the hot water with fat and stir first with a spoon, then with your hands.

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    Step 6

    Step 6

    The dough should be smooth and not stick to your hands. Add flour if necessary. Refrigerate the dough for about 30 minutes.

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    Step 7

    Step 7

    Grease a high-sided mold with oil. Cut off 1/4 of the dough for the pie "lid." Roll out the remaining dough to a thickness of 0.5-0.8 cm, place it into the mold, pressing it against the sides and forming the edges. Add the filling inside.

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    Step 8

    Step 8

    From the remaining dough, form a lid. Brush the edges of the pie with water so the lid adheres well, then crimp the edges. Make a hole in the center of the lid. Brush the top with egg.

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    Step 9

    Step 9

    Place the pie in a preheated oven at 180 degrees and bake for 25 minutes at 180 degrees, then for 45 minutes at 160 degrees.

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    Step 10

    Step 10

    Soak the gelatin in strong broth; when it swells, heat and stir until the gelatin is completely dissolved. After the pie is baked, pour the cooled gelatin solution through the hole in the pie lid.

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    Step 11

    Step 11

    Place the pie in a cold place. Once the pie has cooled completely, it can be sliced and eaten.