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Murcian Meat Pie

Cultural Context

Originating from the Murcia region of Spain, the Murcian Meat Pie is a beloved dish traditionally enjoyed during festivals and family gatherings. This hearty pie showcases the region's agricultural bounty, with a filling that combines savory meat and vegetables, encased in a flaky pastry. Today, variations of this dish can be found across Spain and beyond, with each family adding their own twist to the classic recipe.

SpanishESMurciamain
90 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
500 g. de harina
200 ml. de aceite (oliva y girasol)
200 ml. de cerveza
10 gramos de sal (1 cucharadita)
1 cucharada sopera de pimentón
3 ó 4 huevos cocidos
300 g. de tomate frito
3 latas de atún
piñones
sal

ground meat

🥗Healthier: lean turkey

💰Cheaper: ground chicken

Lean turkey reduces fat content while ground chicken is often less expensive.

black olives

🥗Healthier: green olives

💰Cheaper: canned olives

Green olives provide a similar flavor with fewer calories, while canned olives are often cheaper.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier, while canola oil is more budget-friendly.

hard-boiled eggs

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: scrambled eggs

Tofu offers a vegan option, while scrambled eggs are often less expensive.

1

Prepare the dough by mixing the flour, oil, beer, salt, and paprika until a smooth dough forms.

2

Roll out the dough and cut into circles.

3

Fill each circle with a mixture of boiled eggs, tomato sauce, tuna, and pine nuts.

4

Fold the dough over the filling and seal the edges.

5

Bake the empanadas until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Pastel de CarneEmpanada Murciana
Local Name: Empanada Murciana

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