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Fried Thin Dough with Ground Beef Filling

Fried Thin Dough with Ground Beef Filling

Delicious Fried Thin Dough with Ground Beef Filling, perfect for a snack or meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Main, Snack
Cuisine American, Middle Eastern
Servings 1 pastry
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • Large Saucepan
  • Rolling Pin
  • slotted spoon

Ingredients
  

For the Dough

  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour can substitute with whole wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon Salt essential for seasoning
  • ¾ cup Warm Water adjust for perfect dough consistency

For the Filling

  • 1 pound Ground Beef substitute with ground lamb or turkey if desired
  • 1 medium Onion (grated) or shallots for a milder taste
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper adjust to taste

For Frying

  • 2 cups Vegetable Oil alternatives include canola or sunflower oil

Instructions
 

Method

  • In a medium bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add warm water, mixing until the dough comes together. Knead for 5-7 minutes and let rest for 30 minutes.
  • In a bowl, mix ground beef, grated onion, black pepper, and salt until evenly combined.
  • Roll out each dough piece into an 8-inch circle, place the filling on one half, fold and seal the edges.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a large saucepan. Fry pastries for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  • Remove pastries from oil and drain on paper towels. Serve warm, possibly with yogurt or tzatziki.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pastryCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg
Keyword comfort food, Easy Recipes, fried dough, Ground Beef, Homemade Snacks, Savory Pastries
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