RAMADAN RECIPE | SAMBUUS | AF SOMALI

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: lentils

Lentils are budget-friendly and provide protein.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: none

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

cooking oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier but may be more expensive.

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: none

Parsley is a common substitute for those who dislike cilantro.

Mix flour, salt, and warm water in a bowl to form a dough.

Knead the dough until smooth, then cover and let it rest for a while.

Prepare the filling by chopping the onions and peppers, then mixing with minced meat.

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

Place a spoonful of filling on one half of the circle, fold over, and seal the edges with water.

Heat oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat.

Fry sambuus until golden brown and crispy.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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