Ouzi Pockets

Ingredients

350g minced meat5 crushed garlic1 small onion diced1 teaspoon 7 spice or mixed spice1/2 teaspoon turmeric1 teaspoon curry powder1 teaspoon cinnamon powder1 teaspoon nutmeg1 cup Frozen corn/pea/carrot vegetable1 1/2 cups Basmati riceNuts toasted in ghee (I used almonds & pine nuts)Puff pastry

Steps

In a large pot, cook the minced meat half way and then add the onion & garlic and cook till onions are soft.drain any extra fat.Add all the spices & salt, cook for a few minutes till minced meat is browned.Taste the mince and adjust for seasoning.Add the vegetables and mix till all combined well. Add in the washed rice and pour in boiling water till it’s just above the rice, leave to reach boil and then lower the heat to the lowest, cover with lid & allow to cook for 10-15 minutes.When rice is cooked, toss in the nuts and leave to cool down .Cut the puff pastry into 4 pieces.Spray ramekins or a wide cup with oil & place the puff pastry into the ramekins ( see videos ) and fill with the ouzi mixture and then fold each corner into the center, making sure it’s sealed properly.flip over onto a non stick oven tray, brush with egg mixture & bake till golden!Serve with salad & yogurt.