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Dans les coulisses de la fabrication de la tourtière, le plat traditionnel des fêtes de fin d'année

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Tourtière

Cultural Context

Tourtière, a traditional meat pie from Quebec, has roots in French Canadian culture, often enjoyed during the holiday season and family gatherings. This dish symbolizes warmth and togetherness, reflecting the region's culinary heritage. Today, variations exist across Canada, with many families having their own unique recipes, making it a beloved staple at festive occasions.

French CanadianCAQuebecmain
60 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
1 lb ground pork
1 cup onions, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons seasoning (spices and herbs)
1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
1 pie crust (pie shell)

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

ground pork

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground turkey is leaner and lower in fat.

pie crust

🥗Healthier: whole wheat crust

💰Cheaper: store-bought crust

Whole wheat crust adds fiber and nutrients.

potato

🥗Healthier: sweet potato

💰Cheaper: mashed cauliflower

Sweet potato adds vitamins, while cauliflower is lower in carbs.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil provides healthy fats.

1

Prepare the pie shell with a generous amount of liquid on the edge.

2

Add pork, onions, garlic, and lots of seasoning to the pie shell.

3

Brush the top with egg wash for a sheen.

4

Make air holes to release moisture inside the pie.

5

Place the pie in the oven.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbaking

Equipment Needed

skilletpie dishrolling pinbaking sheet

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

glutendairy

Also Known As

Meat PiePâté Chinois

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