CARIBBEAN MEAT POCKETS

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This is my attempt to recreate my daily lunch circa 1998-1999 in NYC - Golden Sun Meat Pockets.

Provided by Sean Clark

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Savory Pie Recipes     Meat Pie Recipes

Time 1h45m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup vegetable shortening
1 egg, beaten
3 tablespoons water
¼ cup vegetable oil
1 onion, chopped
3 green onions, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tablespoons chopped pickled jalapeno peppers
1 pound ground beef
1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 teaspoons curry powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 ½ cups water
½ cup bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Whisk together the flour, 1 tablespoon curry powder, and 1 teaspoon of salt in a mixing bowl. Mix in the vegetable shortening until the mixture resembles cornmeal. Stir in the egg and water until the dough is no longer crumbly. Wrap with plastic wrap, and refrigerate while preparing the filling.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir the onion, green onion, garlic, and jalapeno peppers until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the ground beef, and cook until browned and crumbly, about 15 minutes. Drain excess fat from the pan, then stir in the thyme, 2 teaspoons curry powder, 1 teaspoon salt, black pepper, and the 1 1/2 cups of water. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook until the water has evaporated. Transfer the beef mixture to a food processor, sprinkle in the bread crumbs, and process until the mixture has become a paste.
  • Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to just under 1/4-inch thick. Cut 20 6-inch circles out of the dough. Divide the beef mixture among half of the circles, mounding in the center. Place the unfilled circles over the filling, and use a fork to seal the edges closed. Arrange on the baking sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown and hot on the inside, about 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 487.7 calories, Carbohydrate 35.1 g, Cholesterol 47 mg, Fat 32.7 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 13.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 581.6 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

Mekonen Zuriashwork
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I've tried this recipe a few times and it's always a success. It's a great way to impress your guests.


mdaykub hassab
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These pockets are a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the filling and they don't even realize they're eating vegetables.


Ishola Shonibare
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I love the unique flavor of these pockets. The combination of spices is perfect and the pastry is crispy and flaky.


abdullah Qureshi
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These pockets are delicious! The filling is flavorful and the pastry is flaky. I will definitely be making these again.


The Gemini Gypsy
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I've made these pockets a few times now and they're always a hit. They're perfect for parties or potlucks.


Marilyn Gitau
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These pockets are a great way to use up leftover meat. I used some shredded chicken and it worked perfectly.


Arifa mim
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This was my first time making Caribbean meat pockets and they turned out amazing! The instructions were easy to follow and the result was delicious.


Sujal Widjie
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I love these Caribbean meat pockets! They're so easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. I usually add some extra peppers for a little spice.


Jacob Rowe
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Just tried this recipe and it turned out great! The filling was flavorful and the pastry was crispy. Will definitely make it again.


Pedro Martins
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These pockets were a hit at my last party! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the pastry was flaky and delicious. I'll definitely be making these again.