Crispy Beef Sambusa (Printer-Friendly Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Filling
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1 pound ground beef or lamb
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1 small onion, chopped
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1 jalapeño, chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon cumin powder
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1 teaspoon coriander powder
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1 teaspoon paprika
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon turmeric
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1/4 teaspoon 7 spice (or allspice)
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 cup chopped cilantro
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1/2 cup chopped parsley
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1/4 cup chopped dill (optional)
→ For assembling
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1 package (12-16 ounce) spring roll wrappers
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1 quart oil for frying
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1/4 cup all-purpose flour mixed with 1/4 cup water
→ Creamy Sahawiq
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2 roma tomatoes, roughly chopped
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1/2 jalapeño
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1/2 clove garlic
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3-4 sprigs cilantro
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1 Tablespoon cream cheese
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Salt and pepper to taste
# Let's Cook!:
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Heat a large heavy-duty pan over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and onion, sautéing for 4-5 minutes while breaking down the beef until slightly browned.
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Add the jalapeño, garlic, and all the spices (cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, turmeric, 7 spice, and black pepper). Sauté for another 3-4 minutes until fragrant and well combined.
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Turn off the heat and stir in the chopped cilantro, parsley, and dill. Allow the mixture to cool for at least 20 minutes before handling. Meanwhile, prepare the flour paste by combining 1/4 cup all-purpose flour with 1/4 cup water in a small bowl.
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Place one wrapper in a diamond shape on a flat surface. Add 1/4 cup of filling onto the bottom third, then fold the bottom corner over the filling and tuck underneath. Roll tightly toward the center, folding in the sides to form a tight roll. Brush the last flap with the flour paste to seal.
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Cut the spring wrappers in thirds to form 3 rows. Use two layers for each wrapper. Place about a tablespoon of filling at one end and fold over in an equilateral triangle shape, keeping the filling tightly wrapped inside. Continue folding until you reach the end, then seal with the flour paste.
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Heat about 2 inches of oil in a deep pan to approximately 350°F. Fry the sambusas in a single layer for 6-7 minutes until golden and crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
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Add all the creamy sahawiq ingredients (tomatoes, jalapeño, garlic, cilantro, cream cheese, salt and pepper) to a blender. Blend for 30 seconds to 1 minute until chunky but well combined. Serve alongside the freshly fried sambusas.
# Recipe Notes:
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You can substitute the ground beef/lamb with any ground meat, cooked beans, or cooked potatoes for different filling variations.
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If you find traditional sambosa wrappers at a Middle Eastern market, use them as is. Chinese spring roll wrappers or even wonton wrappers from regular grocery stores also work well.