How to Make Jamaican Beef Patties from Scratch: A Step-by-Step Guide – Lafrique Market

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup cold butter (cubed)
• 1/2 cup cold vegetable shortening or more butter
• 3/4 cup ice-cold water (adjust as needed)
• 1 teaspoon turmeric or curry powder (for the signature golden color)
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 Scotch bonnet pepper, seeded and finely chopped (adjust for mild heat)
• 1/2 bell pepper, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon allspice (pimento)
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• 1 cup beef broth or water
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 scallions (green onions), finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce or browning sauce for color and flavor