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Lentil Sambusas

Cultural Context

Lentil sambusas are a beloved snack in Somalia, often enjoyed during special occasions and gatherings. These savory pastries highlight the use of lentils, a staple in Somali cuisine, and are filled with aromatic spices that reflect the region's rich culinary traditions. Today, sambusas have gained popularity beyond Somalia, with variations found in many East African and Middle Eastern cuisines.

SomaliSOsnack
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 cup lentils
1 medium onion
3 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon ginger
1 green chili
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon coriander
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups flour
3/4 cup water
1/2 cup oil
1/4 cup cilantro
2 tablespoons lemon juice

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

1

Rinse lentils under cold water until the water runs clear.

2

Boil lentils in a pot with water until tender, about 20-25 minutes.

3

Drain lentils and set aside to cool.

4

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté chopped onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.

5

Add minced garlic, ginger, and chopped green chili; cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes.

6

Stir in cumin, coriander, turmeric, salt, and pepper; cook for another minute.

7

Add cooked lentils to the skillet and mix well; cook for 5 minutes to combine flavors.

8

Remove from heat and stir in chopped cilantro and lemon juice; let filling cool.

9

In a bowl, combine flour and water to form a dough; knead until smooth.

10

Divide dough into small balls and roll each into thin circles.

11

Place a spoonful of lentil filling on one half of each circle.

12

Fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape and seal the edges with water.

13

Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat for frying.

14

Fry sambusas in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

15

Remove from oil and drain on paper towels before serving.

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Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

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