Haitian Style Beef Patties (Pate Kòd)

Pate Kòd, also known as Haitian Style Beef Patties, are delicious savory pastries filled with seasoned ground beef. They are a popular snack in Haiti and are perfect for serving at parties or enjoying as a tasty snack.

Haitian Style Beef Patties (Pate Kòd)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup butter, chilled and diced
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the flour and diced butter. Use your fingers to rub the butter into the flour until it resembles breadcrumbs.
  2. Add water gradually and knead the dough until it comes together. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  3. In a skillet, cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic until the beef is browned. Add thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Let the filling cool.
  4. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  5. Roll out the dough on a floured surface and cut out circles using a round cutter.
  6. Place a spoonful of the beef filling in the center of each circle, fold the dough over the filling, and crimp the edges with a fork to seal.
  7. Place the patties on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
25 minutes
Total time:
55 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per patty
Protein
12g
Carbohydrates
20g
Fat
14g

Supplies

Large bowl Skillet Baking sheet

Tools

Round cutter Fork

Serving suggestions

Serve the Pate Kòd with pikliz, a spicy Haitian coleslaw, for a delicious combination of flavors.

Tips & tricks

For a flakier crust, chill the dough for at least 1 hour before rolling it out.

Cost

$15