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Samsa

Cultural Context

Samsa is a beloved pastry in Uzbekistan, often enjoyed as a street food or snack. Traditionally filled with spiced meat and onions, it reflects the region's rich culinary heritage. In Central Asia, samsa is commonly served during celebrations and gatherings, showcasing hospitality. Today, variations exist globally, with different fillings and cooking methods, making it a versatile dish loved by many.

UzbekUZmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 tsp salt
1 pc of eggs
250 ml water
500 g flour
250 g margarine
350 g lamb
200 g spinach
4 onions
ground black pepper
1 pc yolk
2 tsp milk

ground meat

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Ground turkey is leaner, while beans provide protein at a lower cost.

sesame seeds

🥗Healthier: pumpkin seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pumpkin seeds offer similar crunch and flavor, while sunflower seeds are often less expensive.

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and widely available, while pork can be a budget-friendly option.

egg

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: aquafaba

Flaxseed meal can bind ingredients like eggs, while aquafaba is a cost-effective egg alternative.

1

Melt the margarine until the water evaporates.

2

Roll out the dough to 1mm thick.

3

Lubricate the rolled dough with melted margarine.

4

Place another rolled dough on top and lubricate again with margarine.

5

Roll into a tight roll and twist into a spiral.

6

Leave in the fridge for 3-4 hours.

7

Cut the roll into 20 parts.

8

Roll out each part into a thin round layer.

9

Place the filling (lamb, spinach, onions, salt, and pepper) in the middle of each circle.

10

Brush with egg yolk and milk mixture.

11

Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C for 35-40 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingbakingfrying

Equipment Needed

oven

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

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