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Sift flour and salt into a bowl, make a well in the centre and add in water.
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Mix to a hard dough and knead for 5 min till elastic, dusting with more flour if necessary.
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3
Wrap in plastic film and leave to rest for 30 min.
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4
Cut most of the green tops from leeks, halve lengthwise and rinse well to remove all traces of soil between leaves.
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5
Remove roots and dry leeks with paper towels.
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Place flat on board, cut along length at 5 mm (1/4 inch) intervals than across to dice.
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Measure in c. measure and place in bowl.
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Add in salt and chili pepper and knead with hand to soften leeks.
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Stir in oil.
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Roll pcs of dough into balls the size of a large hazelnut and roll thinly into a 10 cm (4 inch) circle.
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Alternatively roll out dough and cut into 10 cm (4 inch) rounds.
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Place about 2 tsp.
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leek filling in centre of circle, moisten pastry half way round edge of circle and fold pastry over filling.
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Press edge to seal well, and using the edge of a thimble, (the traditional method) or possibly a coffee spoon make little crescent- shaped marks around the edge, or possibly press with fork.
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Fry 3 or possibly 4 at a time in warm oil till golden, turning to brown proportionately.
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Drain on paper towels and serve warm or possibly hot.
