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For the dough: Put the flour in a mixer and then add the sugar, salt, yeast and oil.
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Let mix for 3 to 5 minutes.
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Then start adding the cold water slowly until it forms a big ball (add more flour if the dough is thin/ loose).
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Let mix for 15 more minutes.
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Then let the dough rest for 15 minutes.
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Turn the mixer back on and mix the dough for 15 more minutes, and then let rest for 15 more minutes.
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Put the dough in a pan and cover the top lightly with canola oil and let sit at room temperature for 1 hour.
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Then put in the refrigerator and let rest overnight.
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Form 7-ounce balls with the dough and roll lightly with flour.
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Put them in a proof box at room temperature for 2 hours after you roll it.
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Place the balls side by side and put a cover on it that is very tight so no air is let in, otherwise it will get dry.
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For the meat: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, saute the onions in 4 tablespoons of the butter until they are golden brown.
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Then add in all the allspice, salt, black pepper and cayenne pepper.
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Then add the meat and continue to stir to avoid clumps.
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Cook the meat for 15 to 20 minutes.
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In another pan, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons butter until hot.
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Add the pine nuts and cook until golden brown, about 3 minutes, stirring so the pine nuts do not burn.
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After the pine nuts are cooked, pour on top of the cooked meat.
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Let the meat cool off at room temperature for 30 minutes.
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Take the dough balls and flatten them into a plate shape less than 1/2-inch thick.
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Use a round shaped cup to cut out 4 dough pieces.
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Then take 4 tablespoons of the meat mixture and put inside the dough.
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Fold in half and pinch the dough together.
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Heat the oil in a deep-fryer or large pot until it is very hot.
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Fry until golden, 2 to 3 minutes on each side.