Hey, we have given so many amazing treats regarding foreign recipes, and now we are taking you back to Nigeria. Guess what? The Nigerian meat pie is our concern for today.

Nigerian Meat Pie is a tasty snack made with seasoned ground beef and vegetable garnishes, all encased in a buttery, flaky pie crust.

The famous Nigerian meat pie which has quite the semblance of beef patties known to Jamaicans is undoubtedly one of the tastiest snacks ever. Making this brings very nostalgic feelings of my childhood, there was a popular spot where my mom would buy us some on our way to school in the mornings.

And because it was early in the day, we usually got their freshest batch, which means a rich and toasted crust filled with savory minced beef.

What You Need to Know About Nigerian Meat Pie

Nigerian Meat Pie is a delicious snack made with seasoned ground beef and vegetable garnishes, all encased in a buttery, flaky pie crust.

Every part of making the Nigerian meat pie is important. The pastry on the outside is as important as the tastiness of the beef on the inside of the pie. This recipe is a tested and trusted one, so I guarantee quality results if you stick to it.

It is pertinent you use the right amount of butter, flour, seasoning, and sugar. The beef is cooked alongside other ingredients such as diced potatoes, carrots, diced onions, and spring onions.

Nigerian Meat Pie Ingredients

Here are some ingredients needed to make the Nigerian meat pie filling and pie crust:

Ground Beef

I used a combination of medium ground beef and lean ground beef but you can use whichever suits your preference.

Irish Potatoes

You can use golden, yellow, or white Irish potatoes. These will need to be evenly diced into small cubes and parboiled before adding them to the minced meat mix.

Carrots

These add a slight sweetness to the mix and will need to be diced into small cubes as well.

Spring Onions

This adds color and vibrance to the meat filling.

All Purpose Flour

This is used to make the pie crust.

Salted Butter

Cold salted butter is needed, with emphasis on cold if you want a flaky crust like mine. If you notice the dough getting sticky or warm, it should be kept in the fridge for a few minutes. This will make it more pliable.

How to Make Meat Pie

To make Meat Pie, kindly follow the instructions below:

Preheat oven to 400℉.

1. Take out the cold dough, and cut it into eight equal portions.

2. Roll out each dough, find a nice rounded bowl, and use it to cut out a round shape of dough.

3. Use a scoop to add some of the meat pie filling in the middle of the dough, take one side and cover the filling, making sure to pinch the edges to secure the filling.

4. Use a fork to create strokes around the edges while sealing it tight to prevent the filling from escaping.

5. Lay the pie on a lined baking tray.

6. Break the last egg into a bowl, whisk, and lightly brush on each pie, and then create 2-3 vents on each pie using a fork.

7. Bake for 30 minutes until golden brown.

Nigerian Meat Pie is a delicious snack that is popular among everyone in the country, especially the children and the female folks.

This snack is mostly sold in eateries, canteen, provision stores, etc.