Spicy Chorizo Pockets

Directions

1. 1
   Heat the vegetable oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat.
2. 2
   Add the chorizo and cumin and cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 3 minutes.
3. 3
   Add the corn and jalapenos and cook, stirring, until the corn is tender, about 2 minutes; let cool completely.
4. 4
   Stir in the cheese and scallions.
5. 5
   Squeeze the mixture together with your hands to make it compact.
6. 6
   Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F and brush a baking sheet lightly with vegetable oil.
7. 7
   On a floured surface, roll out the dough and fill the dinner pockets.
8. 8
   Step-by-step directions.
9. 9
   Place the pockets seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
10. 10
    Beat the egg and 1 tablespoon water in a small bowl; brush the pockets with the egg wash. Bake until golden brown, about 15 minutes.
11. 11
    Photograph by Andrew Purcell