Description
Hearty Steak and Ale Pie delivers British comfort through tender beef braised in rich ale, nestled beneath a golden, flaky pastry crust. Savory flavors and rustic charm invite you to enjoy a classic meal that warms both body and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 kilograms (3.3 pounds) braising steak
- 2 medium onions
- 1 sheet puff pastry (ready-rolled)
Liquid and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 250 milliliters (8.4 fluid ounces) beef stock
- 125 milliliters (4.2 fluid ounces) water
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
Thickening and Flavoring Ingredients:
- 63 milliliters (2.1 fluid ounces) plain flour
- 2 teaspoons mustard (French-style)
- 1 egg (for brushing)
Instructions
- Sear meat in hot skillet over medium-high heat until caramelized and rich brown color develops, approximately 3-4 minutes per side.
- Reduce heat and incorporate finely chopped onions, cooking until translucent and softened.
- Pour beef stock and soy sauce into pan, ensuring meat is mostly submerged.
- Reduce heat to low, cover and allow mixture to gently simmer for 60-75 minutes, creating tender meat texture.
- Introduce tomato paste and Dijon mustard, stirring thoroughly to integrate flavors.
- Create smooth flour slurry by whisking water until no lumps remain, then fold into simmering liquid to thicken sauce.
- Carefully transfer rich meat mixture into ceramic pie vessel, allowing slight cooling for easier pastry handling.
- Drape puff pastry atop filling, crimping edges with fork to create secure seal.
- Brush pastry surface with beaten egg for golden, glossy finish.
- Delicately score small ventilation slit in pastry center to release steam.
- Roast in preheated oven at 200°C for 15-20 minutes until pastry transforms into crisp, amber-hued crust.
Notes
- Choose lean, well-marbled beef cuts like chuck or skirt for maximum flavor and tenderness.
- Create a deep, rich sauce by using dark ale or stout instead of light beer for more complex taste profiles.
- Allow meat to rest and cool slightly before adding pastry to prevent soggy bottom and ensure crisp crust.
- Adapt recipe for gluten-free diets by using cornstarch instead of flour and gluten-free puff pastry.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15-40 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 560 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg