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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
150 ml de aceite
330 ml de cerveza
750 g de harina
1 cucharada sopera de pimentón dulce
1 cucharada de postre de sal
1 cucharada de postre de bicarbonato
4 latas de atún
5 huevos cocidos
800 g de tomate frito
1 huevo para pintar

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 oil, beer, flour, sweet paprika, salt, and baking soda until a smooth dough forms.

2

Roll out the dough and place it in a baking dish.

3

In a bowl, combine the canned tuna, chopped boiled eggs, and fried tomato to make the filling.

4

Spread the filling over the dough in the baking dish.

5

Cover with another layer of dough and seal the edges.

6

Brush the top with beaten egg.

7

Bake until golden brown.

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Pastel de CarneEmpanada Murciana
Local Name: Empanada Murciana

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