(Cornish pastie)
Cornish pasty is a popular dish that is a specialty of Cornwall. Shaped into a form of the letter D or a half-moon, this crispy and juicy pastry is filled with beef and various root vegetables and seasonings. The golden color of the pastry is achieved by using egg wash or milk glazing, while the interior is filled with potatoes, turnips, onions, diced beef, herbs, and seasonings.
The final product has a balanced, savory taste, due to the fact that only high-quality beef and vegetables from the Cornwall area are used in it. It is believed that Cornish pasty was invented as a practical, portable meal for tin miners who couldn't leave the mines for lunch, and its thick crust kept the fillings warm for a long time.
Recipe variations
Traditional Cornish Pasty
READY IN 4h 35minAccording to the Cornish Pasty Association, a genuine Cornish pasty consists of beef skirt, rutabaga, onions, and potatoes, all cut into equal pieces and seasoned with salt and pepper, and encased in a flaky, savory dough.
Gordon Ramsay’s Cornish Pasties
READY IN 1h 20minAdapted from Gordon Ramsay’s Great British Pub Food, these pasties largely resemble the original Cornish pasties, but are tweaked a bit — the recipe uses different cuts of beef, namely rump or sirloin, while the meat and vegetables are precooked to add more flavor.
Cornish pasty Authentic recipe
According to the Cornish Pasty Association, a genuine Cornish pasty consists of beef skirt, rutabaga, onions, and potatoes, all cut into equal pieces and seasoned with salt and pepper, and encased in a flaky, savory dough.
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