Pasty
A pasty is a traditional British baked pastry, originally from Cornwall, England, filled with a savory mixture of diced or minced beef, potatoes, swede (rutabaga), and onions. It's a hearty, self-contained meal that was historically carried by miners and laborers.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
A typical pasty is high in carbohydrates from the pastry and starchy vegetables, and also contains a significant amount of fat from the meat and pastry. It provides a good source of protein and energy, with a single serving generally ranging from 600 to 900 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 560 kcal |
| Protein | 18 g |
| Carbs | 52 g |
| Fat | 30 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 890 mg |
| Iron | 4.2 mg |
| Potassium | 480 mg |
| Vitamin C | 8 mg |
| Calcium | 60 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 IU |
| Niacin (B3) | 5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 220 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.3 mg |
Per 1 pasty (227 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The pasty's distinctive crimped edge was traditionally used as a handle that could be discarded, keeping the main filling clean from dirty hands in the mines. This practical design made it the ultimate portable lunch for Cornish tin miners.
