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Kerry Pie

Savory Kerry Pie: A Cozy Taste of Irish Tradition

This savory Kerry Pie brings the warmth of Irish tradition to your dinner table with tender lamb and flaky crust.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 1 pound lamb or mutton, slow-cooked
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 medium carrots diced
  • 2 tablespoons herbs fresh thyme, rosemary, parsley
  • 2 cups savory broth or stock
Pastry
  • 1 cup butter cold, cubed
  • 2 cups flour all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup water ice-cold
Egg Wash
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • 1 tablespoon water

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet
  • Pie dish

Method
 

Prepare the Filling
  1. Cut the lamb into uniform cubes. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the lamb pieces for 5–7 minutes. Add onions and carrots; stir for another 5 minutes.
  2. Pour in the savory broth and sprinkle in the herbs. Let it simmer on low for 1–1.5 hours until the lamb is tender.
Make the Pastry
  1. Combine flour and cold butter in a bowl. Mix until it resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add ice-cold water until dough holds together.
  2. Shape the dough into a ball, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Assemble the Pie
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out half the pastry and fit it into the pie dish. Spoon the filling in evenly.
  2. Cover with the second half of the pastry, pinch edges to seal, and cut slits for steam.
Bake
  1. Prepare an egg wash by whisking egg and water. Brush over the top crust. Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown.
Serve
  1. Let the pie rest for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm with mashed potatoes or salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure lamb is cut uniformly and handle the pastry gently to maintain flakiness. Let the pie rest before slicing.

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