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Sambusa

Cultural Context

Sambusa, a beloved snack in Somalia, has roots tracing back to the Middle East and is often enjoyed during Ramadan or festive occasions. These savory pastries symbolize hospitality and community, often filled with spiced meat or vegetables. Today, sambusas have gained popularity beyond Somalia, appearing in various forms across East Africa and the Middle East.

SOSOappetizer
6 servings
Servings4
5 pounds ground beef
2 bunch green onion
3-4 medium size red onion
3-4 jalapenos
1.5 bunch cilantro
2.5 tablespoons ground cumin
3 tablespoons coreema (ground black cardamom)
2 tablespoons salt
2.5 tablespoons ground coriander
approximately 2 tablespoons crushed garlic
1

Hand chop green onions finely.

2

Add red onion to food processor and set aside (place on a cloth if possible to help drain moisture).

3

Add cilantro and jalapeno to food processor and set aside.

4

Brown ground beef until there is no more pink; it will be lumpy with large chunks at first.

5

Transfer browned meat to food processor for a very quick pulse (3 at the most) to break down large chunks.

6

Transfer meat back to pot.

7

Add onions, mix, and let cook on medium high heat for about 10 minutes or until the water from the onions has evaporated.

8

Add cilantro and jalapeno, mix, and cook for 5-7 minutes, then mix again.

9

Add green onion, mix, and cook for another 4-5 minutes, then mix again.

10

Add spices, mix, and let cook for 5-7 minutes, then mix again.

11

Add garlic, mix, and let cook for a couple of minutes.

12

Meat will be done when there is no more moisture at the bottom of the pot.

13

Let cool.

Equipment Needed

food processorpot

Allergens

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