Banh Pate Chaud Australian Meat Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Heat the oven to 375F.
2. 2
   Heat up a frying pan or skillet over medium hight heat.
3. 3
   Add the shallots and cook, stirring, until fragrant but not brown, about 1-2 minutes. Stir in the pork and brown, breaking up into small pieces.
4. 4
   Add the wood ear mushrooms. stir in the oyster sauce, fish sauce, and white pepper.
5. 5
   Let cool completely.
6. 6
   While the mix is cooling, roll out the pie crust to 1/8 inch thickness on a lightly floured surface.
7. 7
   Cut out 6 circles that are at least 1-2 inches larger than the tins you are using. Re-roll if needed and cut out 6 slightly smaller circles. Chill until ready to use.
8. 8
   Lightly butter the mini pie pans (if needed) and line with the larger circle of pie crust, pressing down slightly and making sure there is a centimeter or two of overhang on the edges. Spoon in a heaping 1/4 cup of the filling and place the smaller circle on top. Crimp the edges.
9. 9
   Brush with egg wash and poke or slash a couple of vents to let out steam.
10. 10
    Bake until lightly brown and crisp, about 20-30 minutes, rotating halfway through.
11. 11
    Let cool slightly and enjoy warm or at room temperature.