“Crispy Fried Dough Pockets” sounds delicious! These could be sweet or savory depending on the filling. Here’s a basic recipe and some filling ideas you can customize:
Crispy Fried Dough Pockets Recipe
Ingredients (Dough):
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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2 tbsp vegetable oil or melted butter
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½ tsp salt
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½ cup warm water (adjust as needed)
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Oil for deep frying
Instructions (Dough):
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Mix Dough: In a bowl, combine flour and salt. Add oil and mix with your fingers until crumbly. Slowly add warm water while mixing until a soft, non-sticky dough forms.
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Knead & Rest: Knead for 5–7 minutes until smooth. Cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.
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Roll & Fill: Divide dough into small balls. Roll out each into a thin circle (like a mini tortilla). Add filling (see below) in the center, fold into a half-moon or rectangle, and press edges to seal (use a fork or a bit of water to help seal).
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Fry: Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Fry the dough pockets until golden and crispy on both sides. Drain on paper towels.
Filling Ideas:
Savory:
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Spiced Potato & Pea – mashed potatoes, green peas, cumin, chili, turmeric
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Cheese & Jalapeño – shredded cheese, chopped jalapeños, garlic
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Ground Meat – seasoned beef or chicken with onions and herbs
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Spinach & Feta – cooked spinach, crumbled feta, black pepper
Sweet:
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Nutella & Banana – thinly sliced banana, a spoon of Nutella
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Apple Cinnamon – diced apples sautéed with butter, sugar, and cinnamon
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Sweetened Ricotta – ricotta cheese mixed with sugar and vanilla
Would you like a specific version (like a samosa-style, empanada-style, or dessert-focused pocket)?
