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Nutritional Values
780kcal
30gProtein
40gCarbs
50gFat
1gFibre
200 gServing
* Per serving · 200 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
Pork Pie
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Pork Pie — [Pork Pie]
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I'd like a pork pie, please.
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Cold meat pie filled with seasoned chopped pork.
Why try it?
Pork pie is a quintessential British dish, providing an insight into traditional English meat preservation techniques and pub culture. It's emblematic of rustic countryside cuisine.
How it tastes
With its flaky crust and savory, seasoned meat filling, the pork pie delivers a satisfying balance between buttery pastry and succulent pork. Best enjoyed cold.
Origin & History — first documented: 1300
Pork pies gained popularity in England in the 14th century as a method to preserve and enjoy meats. Traditionally made in Melton Mowbray, this portable pie became a staple at picnics and gatherings.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 400 g pork shoulder
- 🥩 100 g pork belly
- 🌾 300 g plain flour
- 🥛 100 g lard
- 20 g gelatin
- 🧂 1 tsp pepper
- 🧂 1 tsp salt
Method
- 1 Prepare the pastry by mixing flour and lard.
- 2 Mince the pork and season it with pepper and salt.
- 3 Fill the pastry with pork mixture, crimp edges to seal.
- 4 Bake until the pastry is golden. Allow to cool before slicing.
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