Meat Fatayer (Fatayer Lahme)

Steps

1. Mix warm water or milk with sugar and yeast; let sit 5 minutes until foamy.
2. Add salt and half the flour to the yeast mixture. Mix on low speed, gradually adding oil, remaining liquid, and flour until a smooth dough forms.
3. Shape dough into a ball, place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place about 1 hour, until doubled.
4. Divide dough into 18-20 balls. Cover and let rise again for 30 minutes.
5. Meanwhile, brown ground beef with a bit of oil over medium heat.
6. Add diced onion to the beef; sauté a few minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and seven spice blend. Cook until onion softens, then set aside.
7. In the same skillet, heat remaining oil and toast pine nuts until golden. Stir into the meat mixture.
8. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
9. Roll dough into 5-inch circles. Place about 2 tablespoons of filling in the center of each. Fold two sides together and pinch to seal, then bring up the third side to form a triangle, pinching edges firmly.
10. Arrange fatayer on the baking sheets and brush tops with beaten egg.
11. Bake for 12 minutes, or until golden brown.