Australian Meat Pies (Flaky Australian Beef Hand Pies

Ingredients:
For the Pastry:

2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed

1/4 cup cold water

For the Filling:

1 tbsp vegetable oil

1 medium onion, finely chopped

1 garlic clove, minced

1 lb ground beef

2 tbsp tomato paste

1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

1 cup beef stock

1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (for thickening)

Salt and pepper, to taste

Optional: 1/2 cup frozen peas or diced carrots for added texture

For Assembly:

1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions:

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