Alabama Hot Pockets Recipe
Discover how to make delicious Alabama hot pockets with our easy-to-follow recipe. Perfect for a cozy meal at home. Quick, tasty, and satisfying!
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 cup cubed Unsalted butter, chilled
- 3/4 cup Milk
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 1 medium Onion finely chopped
- 1 medium Green bell pepper diced
- 2 Garlic cloves minced
- 1 cup Tomato sauce
- 1 cup Shredded cheese
- 1 for egg wash Egg
- To taste Spices paprika, cumin, black pepper
Instructions
Making the Dough
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Add Butter: Work the chilled, cubed butter into the flour mixture using your fingers until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add Milk: Gradually pour in the milk, stirring until the dough comes together.
- Knead and Chill: Turn the dough onto a floured surface, knead gently, then wrap in plastic and chill for at least 30 minutes.
Preparing the Filling
- Cook the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add Veggies: Stir in the onion, bell pepper, and garlic, cooking until soft.
- Season: Mix in the tomato sauce and your choice of spices. Simmer until the mixture thickens. Let it cool.
Assembling the Hot Pockets
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and put parchment paper on a baking sheet.
- Roll Out Dough: Divide the dough into 4 equal parts. On a floured surface, roll out each part into an oval shape.
- Add Filling: Spoon the beef mixture onto half of each oval, leaving a border. Sprinkle cheese on top.
- Fold and Seal: Fold the dough over the filling to create a pocket. You can seal the edges by pressing them together and then crimping them with a fork.
- Egg Wash: Brush each pocket with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake: Place the pockets on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.