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Lihapiirakka filled with onion beef
Finnish meat pie with caramelized onions

Caramelized Onion and Beef Hand Pies

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Main Courses Quick Meals
Onion was the poor man's spice, but in skilled hands, it turns to gold. Here we double the onions and caramelize them slowly. This sweet, deep flavor perfectly counters the salty meat and rich dough.
🕒 Prep Time 1 hr 30 mins
🍳 Cook Time 15 mins
⌛ Total Time 1 hr 45 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 855 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Finnish

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Mixing bowl
  • Heavy skillet
  • Deep pot

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Milk

Instructions

1 ✓

Make dough, rise 1 hour.

Tip: Patience in kneading builds structure.
2 ✓

Slice onions into half-moons. Cook on low heat 15-20 mins until caramelized. Add meat and brown.

Tip: Maillard reaction creates flavor depth.
3 ✓

Fill, seal, and fry.

Tip: Onion filling can be juicy, so seal well.

Recipe FAQ

Is the onion flavor too strong?
No, slow cooking removes the bite and leaves sweetness.
Red or yellow onion?
Yellow is classic. Red is sweeter but turns dark.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb All-Purpose Flour
  • 1.25 cups Warm Milk
  • 1 packet Active Dry Yeast
  • 1 tbsp Sugar
  • 1 tsp Salt (dough)
  • 3.5 tbsp Unsalted Butter, melted
  • 10 oz Ground Beef
  • 2 large Yellow Onions
  • 1/2 tsp Pepper
  • 1 tsp Salt (meat)
  • 2 cups Vegetable Oil