LAHM BI AJIN

Steps:

• Prepare the dough by mixing the flour, sugar and yeast.
• Pour warm water and mix without kneading for a minute.
• Then add the vegetable oil and salt and knead for 5 minutes until the dough is smooth and does not stick to the edges of the container.
• Cover and let rise for 45 minutes.
• Chop the onion and garlic. Fry in hot olive oil until the onion becomes translucent.
• Then incorporate paprika, 4-spice blend, chili pepper (optional) and stir for 2-3 minutes.
• Finely chop the parsley and cilantro. Finely dice tomatoes.
• Add the meat to the pan and mix well, then add the herbs and tomatoes. Add salt and pepper.
• Simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• In a dry skillet, toast the pine nuts, stirring constantly.
• Knead the dough for a minute, then divide it into fifteen equal balls.
• Spread each ball of dough into thin circles with a rolling pin.
• Place the dough circles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
• Divide filling among all mini pizzas.
• Press lightly with the back of a fork to squeeze the topping so that it adheres to the dough.
• Garnish with toasted pine nuts.
• Bake for about 10-15 minutes in an oven preheated to 400°F.
• Bi lahme ajin meat pies are ready when the crust on the edges is golden.
• Optional: drizzle pomegranate molasses over the top!