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Sambuus hilib (beef samosas)

Crispy triangles filled with a spiced minced beef mixture, flavoured with onion and chilli. These are the iconic samosas of Somalia, much loved as a starter and street food.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

On the side

Instructions

  1. Finely chop the onion, chilli and garlic. Heat the oil in a pan and fry them for 4 minutes.
  2. Add the minced beef, ginger and spices, then cook for 8 to 10 minutes, breaking up the meat, until well browned. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Leave the filling to cool. Beat the egg in a small bowl.
  4. Cut the pastry sheets in half. Fold one half into a cone, fill with a spoonful of filling, then close into a triangle, sealing the edges with a little egg.
  5. Heat the frying oil to 170 °C and fry the samosas in batches of 4 or 5 for 3 to 4 minutes, until golden brown.
  6. Drain on kitchen paper and serve hot with the hot sauce.

Variations and tips

Baked. Brush the samosas with oil and bake at 200 °C for 15 to 20 minutes for a lighter version.

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Original Ecomely recipe.