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Coco Bread Beef Patties

Cultural Context

Coco Bread and Beef Patties originated in Jamaica, where street vendors serve them as a popular snack or meal. The soft, slightly sweet coconut bread complements the savory, spiced beef filling, making it a beloved comfort food. Today, this dish has gained popularity beyond Jamaica, with variations appearing in Caribbean restaurants and homes worldwide.

JamaicanJMmain
45 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup butter
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar
1 cup coconut milk
1 lb ground beef
1 medium onion
3 cloves garlic
1/2 cup scallions
1 teaspoon thyme
1 teaspoon allspice
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 hot pepper
1 egg
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

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

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner while ground pork is often less expensive.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds flavor and is healthier, while margarine is a cost-effective substitute.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk reduces calories, while regular milk is often cheaper.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: self-rising flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber, while self-rising flour simplifies the recipe.

1

Prepare the dough by mixing flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and butter until crumbly.

2

Add coconut milk gradually, mixing until a soft dough forms.

3

Knead the dough on a floured surface for a few minutes, then let it rest for 30 minutes.

4

Cook ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

5

Add chopped onion, garlic, scallions, thyme, allspice, black pepper, and hot pepper to the beef; cook until vegetables are soft, about 3-4 minutes.

6

Remove from heat and let the filling cool slightly.

7

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

8

Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick.

9

Cut out circles of dough using a cutter or a glass.

10

Place a spoonful of beef filling in the center of each circle.

11

Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape and seal the edges with a fork.

12

Brush the tops with beaten egg for a golden finish.

13

Place patties on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

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Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

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