Jamaican Beef Patties

• Plain flour4 cups
• Salt (for dough)1 tsp
• Curry powder (or turmeric)1 tsp
• Butter (chilled)250g
• Water (for dough)1 cup total
• Minced beef900g
• Allspice1 tsp
• Black pepper1/2 tsp
• Vegetable oil2 tbs
• Onions, chopped1 cup
• Ground red pepper (hot pepper)To taste
• Ground garlic2 tsp
• Thyme1 tbs
• Salt (for meat)1/4 tsp
• Tomato ketchup2 tbs
• Water (for filling)2 cups+
• Green onions, chopped1/2 cup
• Egg (for wash)1
• Water (for wash/sealing)1/4 cup+

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1. 1Mix flour, 1 tsp salt, and curry powder; rub in butter until crumbly.
2. 2Stir in water gradually until dough forms; wrap and chill for 30 minutes. 30:00
3. 3Season beef with allspice and black pepper.
4. 4Sauté 1 cup onions in oil; add red pepper, garlic, thyme, and 1/4 tsp salt.
5. 5Brown beef in skillet; add ketchup and 2 cups water. Simmer until liquid reduces to a thick sauce.
6. 6Fold in green onions; cool filling completely. Roll dough and cut into 5-inch circles.
7. 7Place 3 tbsp filling on dough half; moisten edges with water, fold, and crimp with a fork.
8. 8Brush with egg wash; bake at 350°F on parchment for 30 minutes until golden. 30:00