{"id":269,"date":"2026-06-19T18:08:41","date_gmt":"2026-06-19T18:08:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dragonfirekitchen.co.uk\/?p=269"},"modified":"2026-06-20T09:24:44","modified_gmt":"2026-06-20T09:24:44","slug":"kings-road-steak-ale-pie","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dragonfirekitchen.co.uk\/?p=269","title":{"rendered":"King&#8217;s Road Steak &amp; Ale Pie"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">King&#8217;s Road Steak &amp; Ale Pie \ud83d\udfe4\ud83d\udc09<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Clan: Copper Dragon \ud83d\udfe4<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Category: Tavern &amp; Pub Classics<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">King&#8217;s Road Steak &amp; Ale Pie<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Travellers along the King&#8217;s Road know there is no finer reward after a long journey than a steaming Steak &amp; Ale Pie served in a warm tavern. Rich beef is slowly cooked in a hearty ale gravy before being sealed beneath a golden puff pastry lid. Across the Copper Dragon realms, this pie is considered the very definition of tavern comfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why You&#8217;ll Love This Recipe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Classic British pub favourite<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rich, hearty ale gravy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Golden flaky pastry<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Perfect for colder evenings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Great for entertaining<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Prep Time<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">20 Minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cook Time<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">2 Hours 30 Minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Serves<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">6<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For the Filling<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>1kg braising steak, diced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tbsp plain flour<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tbsp olive oil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 large onions, sliced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3 carrots, diced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3 cloves garlic, minced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>500ml ale<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>500ml beef stock<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tbsp tomato pur\u00e9e<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tsp thyme<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tsp salt<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd tsp black pepper<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For the Pie<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>500g ready-rolled puff pastry<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 egg, beaten<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">To Serve<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Chips or mashed potatoes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Garden peas<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Extra gravy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Method<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1 \u2013 Prepare the Beef<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Toss the beef in the flour until lightly coated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2 \u2013 Brown the Filling<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Heat the oil in a large casserole dish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Brown the beef in batches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Remove and set aside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3 \u2013 Build the Tavern Gravy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Add the onions and carrots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cook for 5 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Return the beef to the pan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 4 \u2013 Summon the Ale<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Add the ale, beef stock, tomato pur\u00e9e, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bring to a simmer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 5 \u2013 Slow Cook the Filling<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cover and cook for 2 hours until the beef becomes tender.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Allow the filling to cool slightly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 6 \u2013 Assemble the Pie<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Transfer the filling to a pie dish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Top with puff pastry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Trim the edges and seal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Brush with beaten egg.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cut a small steam vent in the centre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 7 \u2013 Bake<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bake at 200\u00b0C (180\u00b0C fan) for 30\u201335 minutes until golden brown.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 8 \u2013 Serve<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Serve with chips, mash, or vegetables.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udc09 Dragon&#8217;s Tip<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let the filling cool slightly before adding the pastry to prevent a soggy bottom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\uddfa\ufe0f Adventurer&#8217;s Notes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83c\udf7a Tavern Keeper&#8217;s Upgrade<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use a dark ale or stout for a richer gravy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2694\ufe0f Traveller&#8217;s Feast<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Serve with thick-cut chips and mushy peas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83e\udd55 Harvest Variation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Add mushrooms or parsnips to the filling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udcb0 Market Day Saver<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use stewing beef when it&#8217;s on offer and freeze portions for later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udd25 Coaching Inn Method<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bake in individual pie dishes for authentic tavern presentation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udcdc Lore of the Hoard<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The coaching inns of the King&#8217;s Road became famous for serving enormous steak pies to weary travellers. Legend tells of a Copper Dragon innkeeper who challenged passing adventurers to finish an entire pie by themselves. Few succeeded, but those who did earned a free tankard of ale and their name carved into the tavern beams. To this day, Steak &amp; Ale Pie remains the most requested dish in Copper Dragon taverns throughout the realm. \ud83d\udfe4\ud83d\udc09<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Travellers along the King&#8217;s Road know there is no finer reward after a long journey than a steaming Steak &#038; Ale Pie served in a warm tavern. Rich beef is slowly cooked in a hearty ale gravy before being sealed beneath a golden puff pastry lid. 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