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Crispy Beef and Chive Pocket Recipe: Authentic Turnovers

Pan-Fried Beef and Garlic Chive Turnovers

Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cup All-purpose flour plus extra for dusting
  • 3/4 cup Hot water just off the boil
  • 1/4 cup Cold water
  • 2 tsp Salt divided (1 tsp for dough, 1 tsp for filling)
  • 3 Eggs large, beaten
  • 8 oz Ground beef 80/20 blend preferred
  • 3 cup Chinese garlic chives finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp Soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp Sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp Oyster sauce
  • 1/2 tsp White pepper
  • 1 tbsp Fresh ginger minced
  • 4 tbsp Vegetable oil divided for cooking eggs and pan-frying

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and 1 teaspoon of salt. Pour in the hot water and stir with chopsticks until crumbly. Add the cold water and knead until a smooth dough forms. Cover and rest for 30 minutes.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the beaten eggs, scramble until just cooked, then remove from heat. Chop into small pieces and let cool completely.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, soy sauce, sesame oil, oyster sauce, white pepper, minced ginger, and remaining 1 teaspoon of salt. Stir vigorously in one direction until the mixture becomes slightly sticky.
  • Toss the chopped chives with a small drizzle of oil to prevent them from releasing excess moisture. Fold the chives and cooled scrambled eggs into the beef mixture until evenly distributed.
  • Divide the rested dough into 12 equal portions. Roll each piece into a 6-inch circle. Place about 3 tablespoons of the beef filling onto one half of each circle.
  • Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape. Press the edges firmly to seal, then crimp or pleat the edges tightly to ensure they do not open during cooking.
  • Heat the remaining 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place the turnovers in the pan and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
  • Add a splash of water (about 2 tablespoons) to the skillet and immediately cover with a lid. Let steam for 2 minutes to ensure the beef is fully cooked. Remove the lid, let the remaining moisture evaporate, and serve hot.