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Zesty Jalapeño & Cheese Beef Pie with Leftover Brisket

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This Zesty Jalapeño & Cheese Beef Pie transforms leftover brisket into a flavorful, cheesy hand pie filled with spicy jalapeños and melty cheese. It’s a creative and delicious way to breathe new life into yesterday’s roast.

  • Author: Ella
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 pies
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Tex-Mex
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups leftover brisket, chopped or shredded
  • 2 refrigerated pie crusts or homemade pie dough
  • 2 fresh jalapeño peppers, finely diced
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup sour cream or cream cheese
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin (optional)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or butter (for sautéing)
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)
  • 1 tbsp water or milk (for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté chopped onion for 3–4 minutes until soft. Add garlic and diced jalapeño, cook 1 more minute.
  3. In a large bowl, combine sautéed veggies with chopped brisket. Stir in sour cream or cream cheese, then mix in shredded cheese, salt, pepper, and cumin if using.
  4. Roll out pie crusts and cut into 4–5 inch rounds or rectangles.
  5. Spoon brisket filling onto half of each piece of dough, leaving space around the edges.
  6. Fold dough over and crimp the edges with a fork to seal.
  7. Whisk egg with water or milk to make egg wash, then brush the tops of the pies. Cut a small vent in each pie.
  8. Place pies on a lined baking sheet and bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Let cool 5 minutes before serving. Optionally garnish with jalapeño slices or chopped cilantro.

Notes

  • Remove jalapeño seeds for less heat, or add pickled jalapeños for tang.
  • Use pepper jack or smoked gouda for a different cheese twist.
  • Add veggies like corn, bell peppers, or spinach for variety.
  • Puff pastry or biscuit dough can be used for different crust textures.
  • Freeze pre-baked pies for up to 2 months and reheat directly from frozen.

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