Natchitoches Beet Pies

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Beet Filling:

1/2 stick (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter

1/2 large yellow onion, small dice 

2 green bell peppers, small dice 

4 celery stalks, small dice 

1 jalapeño, seeded and minced 

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

2 medium-to-large roasted red beets, peeled and medium dice 

4 cloves garlic, minced 

2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger

1/4 cup all-purpose flour 

Pie Dough:

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting

3/4 teaspoon kosher salt 

1/2 teaspoon baking powder 

1/4 cup milk 

1 large egg 

2 tablespoons beet puree (see Cook's Note) 

3 tablespoons vegetable shortening 

Vegetable oil, for frying