Haitian Pâté – Savory Puff Pastries with Ground Meat Filling
Haitian Pâté are flaky puff pastries filled with seasoned ground meat, offering a savory flavor and crispy texture. Ready in 60 minutes.
Haitian Pâté features a flaky pastry with a flavorful meat filling, bringing a taste of Haiti to your table.
Why This Recipe Works
Flaky Pastry: The cold butter and proper chilling ensure a tender and flaky crust.
Savory Filling: Seasoned ground beef with onion and garlic creates a rich and aromatic flavor.
Easy to Customize: You can substitute the ground beef with chicken or vegetables for different variations.
Chef's Pro Tip: Make sure to cool the meat filling before assembling for easier handling and better pastry texture.
Prep Time
30 min
Cook Time
30 min
Total Time
60 min
Servings
Ingredients
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Directions
- 1
In a bowl, mix flour and cold butter until crumbly. Add cold water gradually to form a dough.
- 2
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.
- 3
In a skillet, sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until translucent, then add ground beef and spices.
- 4
Cook the beef mixture until browned, then let it cool before using as filling.
- 5
Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface, cut into circles, and fill with meat mixture.
- 6
Fold the circles over, sealing the edges with a fork. Brush with egg wash for a golden finish.
- 7
Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
fat
16g
carbs
30g
fiber
1g
sodium
400mg
protein
14g
calories
320
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