Moai Meat Pie
The Moai Meat Pie is a traditional dish from Pascuense (Easter Island) cuisine, inspired by the iconic Moai statues. This savory pie is filled with flavorful meat and wrapped in a flaky pastry crust, making it a delicious and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
- 1/4 cup cold water
Instructions
- In a skillet, cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic over medium heat until the beef is browned and the onion is tender. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour and butter. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add the cold water, mixing until the dough comes together. Divide the dough in half.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out one half of the dough to fit a pie dish. Place the rolled dough in the dish.
- Spread the meat mixture over the dough in the pie dish.
- Roll out the remaining dough and place it over the meat filling. Pinch the edges to seal the pie.
- Make a few small slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape during baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
- Let the pie cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 1 hour
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Oven
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 20g
- Carbohydrates
- 25g
- Fat
- 18g
Supplies
Pie dish Skillet Rolling pin Pastry cutter (optional)
Tools
Oven
Serving suggestions
Serve the Moai Meat Pie with a side of fresh salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For a decorative touch, use a small cookie cutter to create Moai-shaped vents in the top crust before baking.
Cost
$15