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Traditional Cornish Pasty

Perfect Traditional Cornish Pasty for Cozy Family Meals

Experience the comfort of a Traditional Cornish Pasty, a delicious hand pie filled with savory meat and vegetables.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 pasty
Course: Baking
Cuisine: British
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 450 g plain (all-purpose) flour the base for a perfectly flaky crust.
  • 2 tsp baking powder helps the pastry rise for that light texture.
  • 1 tsp salt enhances overall flavor for the pastry.
  • 125 g unsalted butter chilled and cubed for a rich, buttery crust.
  • 2 egg yolks adds richness and helps bind the pastry together.
  • 125 ml cold water ensures the fat stays cold to create flakiness.
For the Filling
  • 450 g potato a hearty base that provides comforting texture.
  • 150 g swede/rutabaga adds a hint of sweetness and earthy flavor.
  • 150 g onion brings aromatic depth and savoriness to the filling.
  • 300 g skirt steak or sirloin steak tender meat that provides richness.
  • 1 tsp salt to season the filling perfectly.
  • 1 tsp ground black pepper adds a subtle kick to the flavors.
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter mixed into the filling for added creaminess.
For the Egg Wash
  • 1 egg beaten to give the crust a beautiful golden finish before baking.

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • skillet
  • Pie Dish
  • cling film

Method
 

Steps to Prepare
  1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Cut in the chilled butter until it resembles fine breadcrumbs.
  2. Whisk together the egg yolks and cold water. Pour this into the flour mixture and stir until a dough forms. Wrap in cling film and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Peel and dice the potato and swede. Boil them with diced onion in salted water until tender. Drain and set aside to cool.
  4. Cook the chopped steak over medium heat until browned, seasoning with salt and black pepper. Combine with vegetables and toss in cubed butter. Let cool slightly.
  5. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
  6. Roll out chilled pastry dough and line a pie dish. Scoop in filling and cover with another pastry layer. Seal edges and cut slits on top.
  7. Brush with beaten egg and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pastyCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 41gProtein: 20gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Serve with your favorite chutney for an extra flavor boost.

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