Ingredients and Weight:
- 200g ground meat (lamb or beef)
- 100g minced onions
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 sheet of puff pastry dough
- 1 egg, beaten, for sealing and brushing
- Oil for frying
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a bowl, mix the ground meat, minced onions, chopped parsley, cinnamon, and cloves. Season with salt and set aside.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry dough to a rectangular shape.
- Cut the dough into equal triangles.
- Place a spoonful of the meat mixture onto each triangle, and fold over to form a triangle, sealing the edges with the beaten egg.
- Heat oil in a frying pan and fry the Sambousa on both sides until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot or cold.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Depending on the meat filling and the size of the Sambousa, each piece may contain approximately 150-200 calories.
- Fat content: Meat filling and frying in oil will contribute to the fat content.
- Carbohydrates: From the pastry dough.
- Protein: From the meat filling.
Dish Characteristics:
- A traditional Arabic dish, Sambousa is a savory pastry triangle filled with a spicy meat mixture.
- The dish has a crispy exterior and a flavorful interior, offering a combination of flavors and textures.
User Comments:
- "These triangles were delicious! The combination of flavors was spot on, and the pastry was flaky and crispy."
- "I loved the unique flavor of the cinnamon and cloves in the meat filling. It gave the dish an interesting twist."
- "I made these for a party and they were a hit! Everyone loved the savory pastries."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Ensure that the pastry dough is rolled out thinly to ensure a crispy exterior.
- Use ground meat of your choice (lamb or beef) or even a combination of both.
- Adjust the seasoning according to taste.
- Fry the Sambousa on medium heat to ensure even cooking and avoid burning the pastry.
