🇦🇷 Pastel de Papa Recipe (Argentinian Potato Pie)
Pastel de Papa is a classic Argentinian comfort food made with creamy mashed potatoes layered over a flavorful ground beef filling—similar to shepherd’s pie but with Argentinian flavors.
⭐ Ingredients
For the Potato Topping
- 1.5 kg potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 3 tbsp butter
- ½ cup milk
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional: ½ cup grated cheese
For the Beef Filling
- 500 g ground beef
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt & pepper to taste
- ½ cup green olives, sliced
- 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- 1 tbsp oil
⭐ Instructions
1. Make the Potato Topping
- Boil potatoes until soft.
- Drain and mash with butter, milk, salt, and pepper.
- Set aside.
2. Prepare the Beef Filling
- Heat oil in a pan.
- Add onion, garlic, and bell pepper; cook until soft.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned.
- Mix in tomato paste, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add olives and hard-boiled eggs.
- Cook 5 more minutes and remove from heat.
3. Assemble
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Spread half the mashed potatoes at the bottom of a baking dish.
- Add the beef filling as a thick layer.
- Top with remaining mashed potatoes.
- Optional: sprinkle cheese on top.
4. Bake
- Bake for 20–25 minutes or until golden on top.
- Rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
✔️ Tips
- For more flavor, add a splash of beef broth to the filling.
- You can use sweet potatoes for a healthier version.
- Add raisins (traditional in some regions) for a sweet-savory touch.
❓ Pastel de Papa FAQs
1. Is pastel de papa the same as shepherd’s pie?
Similar concept, but pastel de papa uses Argentinian flavors like olives, paprika, and boiled eggs.
2. Can I make this with chicken or turkey?
Yes. Ground chicken or turkey works well as a lighter version.
3. Can I prepare pastel de papa ahead of time?
Yes, assemble it and refrigerate for up to 24 hours, then bake when ready.
4. How do I make the top extra golden?
Brush mashed potatoes with a little beaten egg before baking.
5. Can I freeze pastel de papa?
Yes. Freeze it unbaked or baked for up to 3 months.
6. What side dishes go well with pastel de papa?
Green salad, crusty bread, or roasted vegetables.
⭐ Similar Recipes You May Like :
- Pastel de Choclo Recipe (Chilean corn pie)
- Carne Picada con Papas (Beef and potatoes skillet)
- Empanadas de Carne (Argentinian meat empanadas)
- Milanesa de Carne (Crispy beef cutlet)
- Locro Recipe (Argentinian hearty stew)


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