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Mix flour, salt, and water in a bowl until a dough forms. Knead until smooth, about 5-7 minutes.

Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes.

Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion and garlic until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in cumin, coriander, black pepper, and chopped green chilies. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.

Remove from heat and mix in chopped cilantro and lemon juice. Let the filling cool.

Divide the rested dough into equal portions and roll each into a thin circle.

Place a spoonful of filling on one half of each circle. Fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape.

Seal the edges by pressing with a fork or pinching with fingers.

Heat oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat. Fry sambusas until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove sambusas and drain on paper towels.

Serve warm, garnished with sesame seeds.

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