Juicy Homemade Meat-Filled Dough Pockets (Simple and Satisfying)

These Juicy Homemade Meat-Filled Dough Pockets are a comforting and savory dish made with a soft, easy-to-make dough and a flavorful meat and onion filling. With just a handful of pantry ingredients—flour, hot water, oil, onions, and ground meat—you can create a deeply satisfying meal that’s ideal for lunch, dinner, or even as a party appetizer. Perfect for freezing and reheating, these dough pockets are inspired by Eastern European and Central Asian cuisines, blending simple preparation with bold flavor.

Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Yield: 12 pockets
Cuisine: Eastern European / Central Asian

Ingredients
For the Dough:

175 ml boiling water

1 teaspoon salt

350 g all-purpose flour

20 ml vegetable oil

For the Filling:

2 medium onions, finely chopped

Fresh greens (parsley or dill), chopped, to taste

250 g minced meat (beef, lamb, or mixed)

Salt and spices (black pepper, paprika, cumin), to taste

30 ml boiling water

Step-by-Step Directions