East African Samosa Serves: 4–6 | Prep Time: 30 min | Cook Time: 15–20 m
Instructions 1.Brown the Beef: 2.In a skillet over medium heat, cook the
Ingredients 1 lb ground beef 1 red onion, finely chopped
ground beef with a pinch of salt, black pepper, and half the ginger until the
2–3 cloves garlic, minced
water evaporates and the beef is fully
1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
browned. Set aside and let it cool.
1–2 green or red chilies, finely chopped (adjust to taste) 1 tsp ground cumin
3.Build the Flavor: 4.Once cooled, mix in chopped red onion,
Salt and black pepper to taste
garlic, cumin, remaining ginger, fresh
Fresh cilantro, chopped (a generous
cilantro, and chilies. Adjust salt and
handful)
pepper to taste. The filling should be
Store-bought sambusa/samosa wraps (or spring roll pastry) Oil for deep frying
spicy, fragrant, and balanced. 5.Fold Your Samosas: 6.Take your pre-made wraps and fill each one with 1–2 tablespoons of the meat mixture. Fold into triangles, sealing the edges with water or flour paste. 7.Fry to Golden: 8.Deep-fry the samosas in hot oil until golden and crispy, about 2–3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels. To Serve: Enjoy hot with fresh lime wedges, a side of tamarind chutney, or plain yogurt. Best shared with good company and warm tea.