Somali Sambus Fooliya iyo hilibkiisa. Samosa pastry & meat Step by step from start to finish #Eid

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: lentils

Lentils provide a vegetarian option and are cost-effective.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Whole wheat flour adds fiber, while cornstarch can be used for a gluten-free option.

oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is a healthier fat choice.

green chili

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: jalapeño

Bell pepper offers sweetness without heat, while jalapeño retains some spice.

Mix flour and salt in a bowl.

Add water gradually and knead until smooth.

Cover the dough and let it rest for 30 minutes.

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.

Sauté chopped onions and garlic until translucent.

Add ground beef and cook until browned.

Stir in spices, potatoes, peas, and lemon juice; cook until potatoes are tender.

Roll out dough and cut into circles.

Place filling in the center of each circle.

Fold and seal edges to form a triangle.

Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat.

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

Drain on paper towels before serving.

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