Tourtière
Tourtière is a comforting, savory meat pie that fills your home with an irresistible aroma. This traditional Quebec dish features a flaky crust enveloping a rich filling of ground pork and beef, seasoned with aromatic spices. Perfect for festive gatherings or cozy nights in, each slice sparks nostalgia and warmth, making it a must-try recipe that brings family and friends together.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Quebec
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1 lb ground beef (preferably ground chuck)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp cloves
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- 1 sheet puff pastry (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the chopped onion with a pinch of salt until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add the ground pork and beef; cook until browned (8-10 minutes).
- Stir in cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, salt, and pepper; simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Roll out the puff pastry to fit your pie pan. Place one layer in the pan and fill with the meat mixture.
- Cover with another pastry layer and seal edges. Brush with egg wash and cut slits in the top to release steam.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize your Tourtière by mixing meats or adding vegetables like carrots for extra flavor and texture. For added kick, consider incorporating minced garlic or fresh herbs like thyme.