Golden pan-fried meat pies with a crispy crust and juicy pork interior are a classic snack. A high protein, family recipe with fresh, bold flavor.
Combine flour and hot water in a bowl. Stir with chopsticks until shaggy dough forms, then knead by hand until smooth, about 6 minutes. Cover with plastic wrap and rest 20 minutes.
In a mixing bowl, blend ground pork with egg, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper. Stir in finely chopped green onion until the mixture becomes sticky and homogeneous.
Divide rested dough into 8 equal pieces. On a lightly floured surface, roll each piece into a 5-inch circle for even thickness.
Spoon pork filling onto the center of each dough circle. Pinch and seal edges, making sure each pie is well sealed to prevent leaks during frying.
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place pies seam side down and pan-fry for 3–4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula for maximum crispness, until both sides are golden brown.
Lower heat to medium-low, add 2 tbsp water to the pan, cover, and steam for 2 minutes to ensure the pork is cooked through. Uncover, raise heat back to medium, and crisp both sides for 1 minute before serving hot.