Vida Recetas Editorial
The tourtière is a classic Canadian meat pie, originating from Quebec, traditionally enjoyed on Christmas Eve and during the holiday season. This savory pie combines ground pork and beef with warm spices like cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg, and is mixed with mashed potatoes to create a juicy and comforting filling. Wrapped in a buttery, flaky pastry crust, it is the perfect dish for family gatherings or special dinners.
This meat pie recipe will bring a taste of Quebec tradition to your table. Follow the steps and impress your guests with a golden, aromatic, and delicious tourtière.
Prep
90 min
In a large skillet, cook the ground pork and beef over medium heat until they are browned and crumbled. Drain any excess fat.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the meat mixture and sauté until the onions are translucent.
Stir in the ground cinnamon, ground cloves, ground allspice, ground nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes to allow the spices to become fragrant.
Pour in the beef or chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat and let it cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until most of the liquid has evaporated, and the mixture is thick and flavorful.
Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the mashed potatoes until everything is well combined. Adjust the seasoning if needed.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Roll out half of the pastry dough and line a pie dish with it. Add the meat and potato filling.
Roll out the remaining pastry dough and place it over the filling. Seal the edges and crimp them with a fork. Cut a few slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
Brush the top crust with the beaten egg to give it a beautiful golden color when baked.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 45-50 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is hot and bubbling.
Allow the Tourtière to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy this Canadian classic with your favorite condiments!
Now you have a delicious Tourtière ready to be enjoyed!
This recipe has a medium difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is 90 minutes and the cooking time is minutes.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.
