Hand-held pockets of savory spiced beef (or beans) encased in a tender cassava crust—baked, not fried. Perfect for make- ahead lunches or party appetizers.
INGREDIENTS
Dough:
1¼ cups Thrive Field Cassava Flour (5 oz, *⁄ı6 of a 16 oz pack)
¼ tsp salt
¼ cup coconut oil, solid
1 egg
2–3 Tbsp cold water
Filling:
½ lb ground beef (or black beans)
¼ cup diced onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tsp cumin
½ tsp paprika Salt & pepper
DIRECTION
Whisk flour and salt. Cut in coconut oil until crumbly. Stir in egg and water until a soft dough forms. Chill 15 min.
Sauté onion & garlic until soft. Add beef or beans, spices, salt & pepper; cook through and cool.
Roll dough to ’⁄8″ thickness; cut eight 4–5″ circles.
Spoon 2 Tbsp filling onto each circle. Brush edges with water, fold, and crimp with a fork.
Place on parchment, brush with oil, bake at 375°F (190 °C) for 18–20 min until golden.
Enjoy warm with salsa or chimichurri.