Ishlekli

Ишлекли · Ishlekli

Ingredients10

• All-purpose flour500 g
• Water200 ml
• Salt1 tsp
• Vegetable oil (for frying)200 ml
• Ground beef300 g
• Onion, finely chopped1 medium
• Garlic, minced2 cloves
• Ground black pepper½ tsp
• Ground cumin½ tsp
• Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)2 tbsp

Method

1. In a bowl combine flour and salt, then gradually add water and knead into a smooth dough; cover and rest for 15 minutes.
2. Divide the rested dough into equal portions and roll each into a thin circle about 10 cm in diameter.
3. In a separate bowl mix ground beef, chopped onion, minced garlic, black pepper, cumin, and cilantro to form the filling.
4. Place a spoonful of filling in the centre of each dough circle, fold over to form a half‑moon, and press the edges firmly to seal.
5. Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium‑high heat; fry the pastries in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 4‑5 minutes per side.
6. Remove the fried Ishlekli onto paper towels to drain excess oil and serve hot.