The Tourtière it's a kind of pie o meatloaf existing within the canadian gastronomy, especially in the province of Québec where it is considered one of the most popular typical dishes. It is also frequently called by the name of "duo quebequés" and it is one of the dishes with more tradition in for immigration to Canada.
It consists of a type of cake that is generally made with meat seasoned with onion, garlic, and various spices. In addition, it is usually bathe in sauce and accompany with roasted potatoes. It can be made with various types of meat: pork, venison or beef. In general, it is a typical dish in celebrations, especially at Christmas or New Years.
But it is not the only time of year when you can eat, but without a doubt it is a must when visiting any area of the Canadian province of Québec to taste this dish, which is a delight for the palate for its great variety of ingredients that result in an incomparable flavor.
Other of the main ingredients that make up the recipe for this dish they are bread dough and minced meat, which can be combined with any of the other types of meat. In addition to this, it is important to note that the ingredients may vary depending on the area where it is made, for example, in some areas potatoes are added to the original recipe within the dough, which is baked for a couple of hours.
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