2 2/3cupsof all-purpose flourplus extra for dusting
1/2tablespoonof salt
1/2tablespoonof instant yeast
1cupof lukewarm water
1/2tablespoonof sugar
2tablespoonsof olive oil
2tablespoonsof plain yogurt
**Beef Filling:**
1poundof ground beef80/20
1red bell pepperchopped
2roma tomatoesdiced
2tablespoonsof finely chopped parsley
1tablespoonof minced garlic
2jalapeñosseeds removed and diced
2 to 3teaspoonsof Aleppo pepper
1tablespoonof chili powder
1teaspoonof cumin
1teaspoonof coriander
1teaspoonof allspice
1teaspoonof salt
1/2teaspoonof black pepper
1/2teaspoonof onion powder
2tablespoonsof tomato paste
1tablespoonof pomegranate molassesoptional
**Assembly:**
Milk or heavy cream for brushing the dough
Additional flour for dusting
Instructions
**Making the Dough:**
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, instant yeast, lukewarm water, sugar, olive oil, and plain yogurt.
Use a stand mixer with a hook attachment or mix by hand with a wooden spoon/rubber spatula until a soft, elastic dough forms. Knead for 2 to 3 minutes until slightly sticky but manageable. Add a tablespoon of flour if too sticky.
Transfer the dough to a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise in a warm place for an hour until it doubles in size.
**Making the Meat Filling:**
In a large mixing bowl, mix together the ground beef, red bell pepper, tomatoes, parsley, garlic, jalapeños, chili powder, cumin, coriander, allspice, salt, black pepper, onion powder, tomato paste, and pomegranate molasses if using. Set aside.
**Assembly & Baking:**
Preheat your oven to 475°F.
After the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 12 equal portions, shaping each into a tight ball. Dust with flour.
Roll out each ball into a thin circle, adding flour as needed to prevent sticking.
Spread a generous amount of beef filling on each circle, pressing it down firmly.
Place the prepared circles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the edges with milk or heavy cream.
Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until golden brown around the edges.
Let them cool for a few minutes before serving warm.
Get ready to enjoy this delicious fusion of flavors and textures!