Samboosa

Savor the rich flavors of these crispy samboosas, filled with spiced ground beef and onions, enveloped in a golden pastry. Ideal for a festive gathering or a cozy weeknight snack that brings warmth to your table.

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 cup ground beef
• 1 medium onion
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup vegetable oil

Method

1. 1

   In a large bowl, mix the flour, salt, and enough water to form a soft dough. Knead for about 5 minutes until smooth.

2. 2

   Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 15 minutes.

3. 3

   In a skillet, heat a little oil and sauté the chopped onion until translucent. Add the ground beef, cumin, and black pepper. Cook until the beef is browned and cooked through.

4. 4

   Roll the dough into small balls and flatten each ball into a round shape. Cut each round in half to form two semicircles.

5. 5

   Take one semicircle, fold it into a cone shape and seal the edges. Fill the cone with the beef mixture and seal the open edge by pressing firmly.

6. 6

   In a deep pan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Fry the samboosas in batches until they are golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.

7. 7

   Remove the samboosas and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.

8. 8

   Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce or chutney.