Description
A beloved holiday staple from Quebec, tourtière is a savory meat pie filled with seasoned ground pork and beef, encased in a buttery, flaky double crust. Warm spices give this rustic dish its signature cozy flavor.
Ingredients
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- For the filling:
- 1/2 lb ground pork
- 1/2 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup water or beef broth
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- Salt, to taste
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs or mashed potato (for thickening)
- For the crust:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 6–8 tablespoons ice water
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, combine pork, beef, onion, and garlic. Cook until meat is browned and onion is soft.
- Add water or broth, cinnamon, cloves, allspice, pepper, and salt. Simmer uncovered for 10–15 minutes.
- Stir in breadcrumbs or mashed potatoes to absorb moisture. Remove from heat and let cool.
- To make the crust, mix flour and salt in a large bowl. Cut in butter until crumbly. Add ice water gradually and mix just until dough holds together.
- Divide dough in half and roll out one portion to line a 9-inch pie plate. Fill with the cooled meat mixture.
- Roll out remaining dough and place over the top. Crimp edges to seal and cut small slits to vent. Brush with beaten egg.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 45–50 minutes, until golden brown.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- You can prepare the filling a day in advance for deeper flavor.
- Use store-bought pie dough for a quicker version.
- Pairs wonderfully with a side of pickled beets or a simple salad.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: French Canadian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of pie)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 95mg