Recipe for that traditional East End pie? : Tip Of My Tongue

Recipe for that traditional East End pie?

Right, here’s how ya make a proper East End pie 'cause it seems everyone's forgotten. Start with good quality mince beef, brown it off lovely with some onions. Whip up a short crust pastry, none of that ready-made nonsense. For the gravy, proper thick like, rich with a bit of Marmite for that umami. And don’t you dare forget the mash and liquor – parsley sauce done right. Anyone doing different’s not making an East End pie, tellin’ ya.

Submitted 9 months, 2 weeks ago by EssexMam

Trying to up my cooking game, this recipe seems legit. Bit nervous about making my own pastry though, any beginner tips to avoid a kitchen disaster??

9 months, 2 weeks ago by New2TheKitchen

Yes! Finally, someone who gets it. But let’s talk about the mash - gotta be creamy and smooth, no lumps, right? A dash of mustard in mine does wonders, try it!

9 months, 2 weeks ago by MashMonster

Don't forget to rest your dough before you roll it out for that pastry, it makes all the difference. And none of that lean mince, full fat for flavour every time.

9 months, 2 weeks ago by OldSchoolCook

Sounds like my nan's pie, except she had one secret ingredient you'll never guess. Haha, keep trying, but your pie will never be as good!

9 months, 2 weeks ago by ThePieTroll

Love the sound of that gravy! I'm trying to cut down on the meat, though - got any tips for making a veggie version of this? Or is that just sacrilegious? Haha

9 months, 2 weeks ago by VeganVic

Your pie ain't nothing without the perfect liquor. Here's a tip: a splash of vinegar in the parsley sauce, and you're golden. It cuts through the richness like a charm.

9 months, 2 weeks ago by LiquorLad

Call me a purist, but anyone who uses puff pastry for an East End pie needs a proper talking to! Nothing beats a homemade short crust, just like Nan used to make.

9 months, 2 weeks ago by PieEnthusiast88

Spot on with the Marmite in the gravy, mate. It's a game changer for that umami punch. Experimented with a bit of Worcester sauce too, and trust me, it's lush. Might be straying from tradition, but worth a try if you're feeling adventurous with the flavours.