Curried Lamb Pasties - Indian Inspired

FOR THE DOUGH

Step 1: Combine flour, salt, and turmeric in a large bowl. Add clarified butter (ghee), water, and oil.

Step 2: Mix with hands, turn out onto a work surface and knead very briefly for 2 minutes at the most.

Step 3: Divide dough into 9 - 10 pieces and roll them on counter top to form even sized balls. Place in a container that has been greased with vegetable oil. Let stand at room temperature for about an hour.

Step 4: After dough has rested, flatten each ball of dough and stretch on counter as big as possible using the backs of your hands while working to also stretch it with your fingers, being careful not to tear it.

FOR THE FILLING

Step 5: IN a skillet, heat the vegetable oil. Add the onion, jalapenos, and ginger. Saute until soft and fragrant. Add the lamb and cook until lightly browned. Add the curry powder. Remove from the heat and combine with potatoes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.

FOR THE RIATA

Step 6: Combine all ingredients and let sit 1/2 hour before serving.

MAKING THE PASTIES

Step 7: Heat a little oil in a large skillet and when hot, carefully place the dough in the skillet. Place 2 tablespoons of the filling in the center. When dough starts to brown, fold over all four sides encompassing filling like an envelope.

Step 8: Flip over and brown on the other side.

Step 9: Remove and drain. Serve with Raita.