Mini Bobotie Savory Pies

Ingredients:

• For the Filling:
  • 1 lb (450g) ground beef or lamb
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp curry powder
  • 1 tsp ground turmeric
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/4 cup raisins or sultanas
  • 1/4 cup chopped dried apricots
  • 2 tbsp mango chutney
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 slices of white bread, crusts removed
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• For the Pastry:
  • 1 package (14 oz) refrigerated pie crusts or puff pastry sheets
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
• For the Topping:
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 egg

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Filling:
   • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
   • In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, cooking until softened.
   • Add ground beef or lamb and cook until browned. Drain any excess fat.
   • Stir in curry powder, turmeric, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and cloves. Cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.
   • Add raisins, dried apricots, mango chutney, and soy sauce. Mix well.
   • Soak the bread slices in 1/2 cup milk, then squeeze out excess liquid and crumble the bread into the meat mixture.
   • Add the crumbled bread, 1 egg, and lemon juice to the meat mixture. Season with salt and pepper. Mix thoroughly and set aside.
2. Prepare the Pastry:
   • Roll out pie crusts or puff pastry on a floured surface.
   • Cut circles of dough using a cookie cutter or glass, about 3 inches in diameter.
3. Assemble the Pies:
   • Press the dough circles into mini muffin tins or tart pans to form small pie shells.
   • Spoon the bobotie filling into each pastry shell.
   • Cut smaller circles or shapes of dough for the tops, or use a lattice pattern. Press edges to seal.
   • Brush the tops with beaten egg.
4. Prepare the Topping:
   • In a bowl, whisk together 1 cup milk and 1 egg. Pour this mixture evenly over the filled pies.
5. Bake:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the filling is cooked through.
6. Serve:
   • Allow the mini pies to cool slightly before removing from the tin.
   • Serve warm or at room temperature.

⏰ Prep Time: 20 minutes
🍳 Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
🍴 Servings: 12-16 mini pies

Enjoy your Mini Bobotie Savory Pies—a tasty and convenient way to savor the flavors of traditional South African bobotie! 🥧🌟