Description
This Savory Tourtière recipe features a deliciously spiced meat pie combining ground pork and beef with aromatic spices like cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg, all encased in flaky puff pastry. Perfect for a comforting meal, this classic French-Canadian dish offers a rich, flavorful filling and a golden, crispy crust.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat Filling
- 1 lb pork shoulder, ground
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp cloves
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
Pastry
- 1 package (17.3 oz) puff pastry (2 sheets)
- 1 egg (for wash), beaten with 1 tbsp water
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics and Brown Meat: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and sauté the chopped onions and minced garlic until they become translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the ground pork and ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, stirring occasionally to break up the meat.
- Season and Simmer: Stir in the cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, salt, and pepper to the browned meat mixture. Reduce heat to low and let it simmer gently for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld and excess moisture to cook off.
- Prepare Oven and Pastry: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out one sheet of puff pastry and line a pie dish with it, gently pressing it to fit the shape and edges of the dish.
- Fill Pie: Spoon the prepared meat mixture evenly into the pastry-lined dish, spreading it out to the edges.
- Cover and Seal: Place the second sheet of puff pastry over the meat filling. Seal the edges by crimping them firmly together to prevent leaks during baking.
- Apply Egg Wash and Vent: Brush the top pastry layer with the beaten egg wash made from one egg and one tablespoon of water to give a shiny, golden finish. Cut a few small slits on the top for steam to escape during baking.
- Bake: Place the tourtière in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool slightly for a few minutes before slicing and serving to allow the filling to set.
Notes
- Use fresh ground meats for the best flavor and texture.
- Adjust seasoning with additional salt or spices according to taste.
- Ensure the pastry edges are well sealed to avoid filling leakage.
- The egg wash helps achieve a beautiful golden crust but can be omitted for an egg-free version.
- Allow the pie to rest before slicing to prevent the filling from spilling out.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
