How to make the perfect pie in South Africa | Pie on the BRAAI?!😱🥧

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and pork can be more economical.

puff pastry

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pastry

💰Cheaper: shortcrust pastry

Whole wheat offers more fiber, while shortcrust is often less expensive.

Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add cubed beef and brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Sprinkle flour over the meat and stir to coat, cooking for 2 minutes.

Pour in beef broth and add carrots, potatoes, peas, thyme, and bay leaves.

Season with salt and black pepper, then bring to a simmer.

Cover and cook for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until meat is tender.

Remove from heat and let cool slightly, then discard bay leaves.

Roll out puff pastry and line a pie dish, leaving some overhang.

Fill the pastry with the stew mixture and cover with another layer of pastry, sealing edges.

Brush the top with egg wash and cut slits for steam.

Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.

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