Here is a simple, tasty recipe for a warm, hearty pie you can make at home.
introduction
This Guinness Beef Pie is rich, savory, and easy to make. It uses minced beef, stout beer, vegetables, and puff pastry for a flaky top. If you enjoy quick beef meals, try a quick 30-minute ground beef stroganoff for another dinner idea.
why make this recipe
Make this recipe for a warm, filling meal that is great on cold days. It uses common ingredients and cooks in one dish before baking. The Guinness adds deep flavor and the puff pastry gives a golden crust. This recipe is simple and good for family meals.
how to make Guinness Beef Pie
Follow the steps below in clear order. You can cook the filling a day ahead and bake when you are ready.
- Cook the onions and carrots until soft.
- Brown the minced beef well.
- Stir in flour to thicken.
- Add Guinness, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Simmer until the mixture is thick and has good flavor.
- Line a pie dish with rolled pastry, add filling, and top with a second sheet of pastry.
- Brush the top with egg and bake until golden.
For a different crust idea, try using a crustless base like in the 53g protein crustless pizza pie recipe for a lighter version.
Ingredients :
1 lb minced beef
1 cup Guinness stout
1 onion, chopped
2 carrots, diced
2 tablespoons flour
1 cup beef broth
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 sheet puff pastry
1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Directions :
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and diced carrots, cooking until soft.
- Add minced beef to the pan, browning it fully.
- Sprinkle the flour over the mixture and stir well.
- Pour in the Guinness stout and beef broth, then add Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until thickened.
- Roll out the puff pastry and line a pie dish.
- Pour the beef mixture into the pastry shell.
- Cover with another layer of pastry, sealing the edges. Cut slits in the top for steam to escape.
- Brush the top with beaten egg.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
how to serve Guinness Beef Pie
Cut into slices and serve warm. Add mashed potatoes, steamed greens, or a simple salad on the side. A dollop of mustard or gravy also goes well.
how to store Guinness Beef Pie
Let the pie cool to room temperature. Cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F (180°C) oven until hot. For longer storage, freeze the baked pie wrapped well for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge before reheating.
tips to make Guinness Beef Pie
- Brown the beef well for better taste.
- Don’t skip the flour; it helps thicken the filling.
- Chill the filled pie for 10 minutes before baking to help the top pastry hold shape.
- Use an egg wash for a shiny, golden crust.
- For a sweeter touch, add a teaspoon of brown sugar or a chopped apple; see a sweet pie idea like the apple pie cake for dessert inspiration.
variation (if any)
- Use beef chunks instead of minced beef and cook longer until tender.
- Add mushrooms for extra umami.
- Swap puff pastry for shortcrust pastry for a firmer base.
- Make smaller hand pies using the same filling and smaller pastry rounds.
FAQs
Q: Can I use a different beer instead of Guinness?
A: Yes. Use another dark stout or a brown ale for similar depth. Lighter beers will give milder flavor.
Q: Do I have to use puff pastry?
A: No. Shortcrust works well if you prefer a crumbly base. You can also make individual hand pies.
Q: Can I make the filling ahead?
A: Yes. Make the filling a day ahead and keep it refrigerated. Fill and bake when ready.
Q: How do I keep the crust from getting soggy?
A: Let the filling cool slightly before adding to the pastry, and brush the base with a thin egg wash or a layer of mustard to help seal it.
Q: Is this recipe freezer-friendly?
A: Yes. Freeze the baked pie tightly wrapped for up to 2 months, or freeze unbaked assembled pie and bake from frozen with extra time.
Conclusion
For more classic takes and ideas on beef and stout pies, see this helpful recipe for Beef and Guinness Pie – Leite’s Culinaria.
Guinness Beef Pie
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and diced carrots, cooking until soft.
- Add minced beef to the pan, browning it fully.
- Sprinkle the flour over the mixture and stir well.
- Pour in the Guinness stout and beef broth, then add Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until thickened.
- Roll out the puff pastry and line a pie dish.
- Pour the beef mixture into the pastry shell.
- Cover with another layer of pastry, sealing the edges. Cut slits in the top for steam to escape.
- Brush the top with beaten egg.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.