Pie Mash and Liquor Homemade London Recipe by Flawless Food from flawlessfood.co.uk
Introduction
Pie and mash is a traditional British dish that has been enjoyed for generations. It is a simple but delicious meal that consists of a meat pie, mashed potatoes, and gravy. This dish originated in London and was popular among the working-class community. Today, it is still a popular dish in London and can be found in many traditional pie and mash shops.
Ingredients
To make pie and mash, you will need the following ingredients: For the pie: - 500g of beef or lamb mince - 1 onion, chopped - 2 cloves of garlic, minced - 1 tablespoon of tomato paste - 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce - 1 tablespoon of flour - 500ml of beef stock - Salt and pepper to taste - Shortcrust pastry or puff pastry For the mashed potatoes: - 1kg of potatoes, peeled and chopped - 100g of butter - 100ml of milk - Salt and pepper to taste For the gravy: - 500ml of beef stock - 2 tablespoons of flour - Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 200°C. 2. In a large frying pan, heat some oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic and cook until softened. 3. Add the meat mince to the frying pan and cook until browned. 4. Add the tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and flour to the frying pan and stir to combine. 5. Gradually pour in the beef stock and stir until the mixture thickens. 6. Season with salt and pepper to taste. 7. Transfer the mixture to a pie dish. 8. Roll out the pastry and cover the pie dish with it. Trim off the excess pastry and use a fork to crimp the edges. 9. Cut a few slits in the pastry to allow steam to escape. 10. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown. For the mashed potatoes: 1. Boil the potatoes in a large pot of salted water until soft. 2. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. 3. Add the butter and milk to the pot and mash until smooth. 4. Season with salt and pepper to taste. For the gravy: 1. In a saucepan, heat the beef stock over medium heat. 2. In a small bowl, whisk together the flour and a few tablespoons of water to make a smooth paste. 3. Gradually whisk the flour paste into the beef stock, stirring constantly. 4. Cook for a few minutes until the gravy thickens. 5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition
The nutritional information for pie and mash will vary depending on the ingredients and serving size. However, here is a rough estimate of the nutritional values: - Calories: 600-800 - Protein: 25-30g - Fat: 30-40g - Carbohydrates: 50-60g - Fiber: 5-10g - Sodium: 800-1000mg
Conclusion
Pie and mash is a classic British dish that is easy to make and delicious to eat. It is perfect for a cozy night in or for a traditional meal with friends and family. With this recipe, you can recreate the taste of London's pie and mash shops in the comfort of your own home.
