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Homemade Mexican pie

“My mother’s Mexican pie is one of those recipes I always look forward to. She’s been making it for years, and every time I eat it, it’s the same instant comfort.” — Marilyn

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A spicy and tasty family version

This Mexican pie uses the same homemade dough as our traditional meat pie, but with a colourful, slightly spiced and vegetable-filled filling.
This is a generous dish, perfect for autumn and winter dinners, or for stocking the freezer in anticipation of busy weeks.

Summary
🔍 Information Details
⏱️ Preparation time 30 minutes
🍳 Cooking time 45 to 60 minutes
⏲️ Total time 75 to 90 minutes
🔧 Difficulty level Easy to intermediate
🍽️ Portions 6
🔥 Calories (approximate) 550 per serving


Ingredients

For homemade pie crust

  • 3 cups of flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tablespoon of brown sugar
  • 1 cup of vegetable shortening (or half vegetable shortening and half butter)
  • 1 cup of liquid (half milk, half water)

For the Mexican garnish

  • 2 tablespoons of olive or sunflower oil
  • 2 finely chopped onions (or ¾ cup)
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced (or ½ cup)
  • 2 finely chopped celery stalks (or ¾ cup)
  • 1 lb lean ground pork
  • ¾ lb of lean ground beef
  • ½ cup chili sauce (or more)
  • ¼ cup of ketchup (or more)
  • 1 tbsp Tex-Mex seasoning ( or a homemade spice blend including: paprika, cumin, garlic, onion, coriander, oregano and a little cayenne pepper.)
  • 2 diced tomatoes OR 1 can (398 ml) drained
  • ½ cup of shredded Tex-Mex cheese
  • Egg yolk for glazing


Instructions

  1. Prepare the dough:

  2. Prepare the filling:

  3. Assemble the pâté:

  4. Cooking :



Nutritional Information per Serving
Nutrient Quantity
Calories 550 kcal
Proteins 28 g
Carbohydrates 48 g
Sugars 7 g
Fibers 4 g
Lipids 32 g
Saturated fatty acids 12 g
Sodium 910 mg
Health rating 7/10
Good source of protein, a complete and satisfying meal.


Frequently Asked Questions

Can the spice level be adjusted?

Yes, by increasing or decreasing the amount of Tex-Mex spices, chili sauce or ketchup according to the desired intensity.

Can Tex-Mex cheese be substituted?

Medium cheddar, sharp cheddar or a mozzarella-cheddar mix work very well.

Does pâté freeze well?

Yes, like classic meat pie, it can be frozen cooked or uncooked. Add 15 to 20 minutes of cooking time if frozen uncooked.

In summary

A colorful, fragrant, and generous pie that offers a refreshing change from traditional pies while maintaining the same comforting, family feel. The homemade pastry is still delicious, and the Tex-Mex filling provides just enough warmth to please everyone.

🌍 Did you know? — The most used spices in the world
Spicy Global popularity (visualization)
Black pepper The global superstar: used in over 80% of cuisines.
Cinnamon Widely used in Asia and the Middle East.
Cumin is essential in Mexican, Indian, and North African cuisines.
Turmeric, the “golden powder” found in many Asian dishes.
Paprika Very popular in Central Europe.
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2 comments

Salut Francois merci pour ta recette de pâte mexicain j adore Joyeuses Fetes à toi et à ta famille xx

Huguette Lagrange

Je vais l’essayer dès que j’aurai les ingrédients. Merci pour la recette.🥧🥧🥧🥧🥧

Roseline Naud

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