Jamaican Patties recipe #cookingwithmattman

ground beef

🥗Healthier: lean turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Lean turkey reduces fat content while ground pork is often cheaper.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Whole wheat flour adds fiber, while cornmeal can be more affordable.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat alternative, while margarine is often less expensive.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Jalapeño provides heat with fewer calories, while bell pepper is more accessible.

Mix flour, curry powder, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.

Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Stir in water gradually until dough forms; knead gently.

Wrap dough in plastic and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Sauté onion and garlic until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Add ground beef, scotch bonnet, thyme, black pepper, and salt; cook until browned.

Stir in green onion and remove from heat; let cool.

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Roll out dough on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick.

Cut out circles using a cutter or bowl.

Place filling on one half of each circle; fold and seal edges with a fork.

Place patties on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Brush tops with beaten egg for shine.

Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

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