Easy Air Fryer Meat Pies: The Perfect Crunchy Recipe

Welcome to our delicious meat pies recipe for the air fryer! These savory, flaky pies are a perfect treat for any occasion and are sure to impress your family and friends. The best part? They are incredibly easy to make, and the air fryer gives them that perfect golden crispness while keeping them moist and flavorful inside.

Preparation time: 40 minutes

Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 small onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup beef broth
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 sheets refrigerated pie crust
• 1 egg, beaten

Steps to follow:

1. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic, stirring occasionally, until the beef is no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
2. Sprinkle the beef mixture with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir in the beef broth and flour. Cook and stir until mixture thickens. Remove from heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
3. Preheat the air fryer to 360°F (180°C).
4. Roll out the pie crusts. Using a cookie cutter or a small bowl, cut out circles from the pie crusts.
5. Place a spoonful of the beef mixture onto one half of each circle. Brush the edges of the circle with beaten egg, fold the pie crust over the filling to create a half-moon shape, and press the edges with a fork to seal.
6. Brush the tops of the pies with beaten egg.
7. Place the pies in the air fryer basket, making sure they do not touch each other. Cook for 12-15 minutes, or until the pies are golden brown and crispy.
8. Remove from the air fryer and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.

Tricks and tips:

• For an extra flavor boost, you can add a dash of Worcestershire sauce to the beef mixture.
• Make sure to seal the edges of the pies well to prevent the filling from leaking during cooking.
• Feel free to customize the filling with your favorite ingredients such as mushrooms, carrots, or peas.

Benefits of the ingredients used:

The beef provides a good source of protein and essential nutrients such as iron and B vitamins, while onions and garlic have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that can contribute to better health.

We hope you enjoy making and savoring these delicious meat pies in your air fryer. Whether for a quick dinner or a party snack, they are sure to be a hit! Share your experience in the comments below, and happy cooking!