Fried Pies with Mince Filling

Indulge in these crispy fried pies filled with savory beef mince, tender potatoes, and a hint of sweetness from chutney. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a delightful snack at gatherings.

• 1500 ml Snowflake white bread flour or cake flour
• 5 ml baking powder
• 7 ml salt
• 250 g margarine
• 2 eggs
• 250 ml milk to mix
• 60 ml oil
• 500 g lean beef mince
• 2 onions, chopped
• 2 tomatoes, skinned and chopped
• 3 potatoes, peeled and diced
• 10 ml sugar
• 100 ml chutney

Method

1. 1

   Rub margarine into dry ingredients.

2. 2

   Beat the eggs. Add to the dry ingredients with a little milk to mix into a soft pliable dough. Take care not to add too much milk which will result in a sticky dough.

3. 3

   Roll out and cut into circles using a saucer.

4. 4

   Spoon the filling in the centre of the circle. Fold over and seal with milk.

5. 5

   Press edges with a fork.

6. 6

   Fry in hot oil on both sides.

7. 7

   Heat oil in a large frying pan.

8. 8

   Brown the mince. Remove and set aside.

9. 9

   Brown the onions. Return meat to pan.

10. 10

    Add the skinned tomatoes, diced potatoes, sugar and chutney. Simmer until potatoes are tender.

11. 11

    Season to taste. A little curry can also be added.