Ingredients
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1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
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1 small onion, minced
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1/2 cup ketchup
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1 teaspoon finely grated fresh ginger
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1 teaspoon Madras curry powder
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1 teaspoon soy sauce
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1 small garlic clove, finely grated
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Kosher salt
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1/2 pound extra-sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
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1/2 pound pizza dough, divided into 16 balls
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Vegetable oil, for frying
Directions
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In a small skillet, heat 2 teaspoons of the olive oil. Add the onion and cook over moderately low heat until caramelized, 15 minutes. Scrape into a bowl and let cool.
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In a small bowl, whisk the ketchup with the ginger, curry powder, soy sauce, garlic and the remaining 1 teaspoon of oil; season with salt. Scrape half of the spiced ketchup into the bowl with the onion; stir in the cheese.
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On a lightly floured work surface, roll out the dough balls into 3-inch rounds. Spoon 1 tablespoon of the cheese filling onto the center of each round. Bring up the dough around the filling and press to seal in the cheese.
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In a large saucepan, heat 1 inch of oil to 325°. Fry the cheese bites in batches, turning occasionally, until golden and puffed, about 5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the bites to a paper towel–lined plate to drain. Serve right away, with the remaining spiced ketchup for dipping.