Beef Samosas
by David Kimani (@chefdavid)Delicious, crispy beef samosas perfect for snacks or appetizers.
Ingredients
For the Filling
- 1lbground beef
- 1piecemedium onion, finely chopped
- 2clovegarlic, minced
- 1inpiece of ginger, grated
- 2piecegreen chilies, finely chopped (optional)
- 1tspcumin seeds
- 1tspground coriander
- 1tspground cumin
- 1tspgaram masala
- 1tspturmeric powder
- 1tspsalt (adjust to taste)
- 1cupfrozen peas
- 2tbspoil
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
For the Dough
- 2cupall-purpose flour
- 1/2tspsalt
- 3tbspoil
- 2/3cupwarm water
For Frying
- Oil, for deep frying
How to make Beef Samosas
Prepare the Filling
In a large pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat.
Add the cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds. Add the chopped onion, garlic, and ginger. Cook until the onions are soft and golden brown.
Stir in the ground coriander, ground cumin, garam masala, turmeric powder, and salt. Cook for about 1 minute to release the flavors.
Add the ground beef to the pan. Cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until the beef is browned and cooked through.
Stir in the frozen peas and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the peas are heated through. If using fresh cilantro, stir it in now. Remove from heat and let the filling cool.
Prepare the Dough
In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt.
Add the 3 tablespoons of oil and mix it into the flour with your fingers until it resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add warm water, mixing until a firm dough forms.
Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes.
Assemble the Samosas
Divide the dough into small, equal-sized balls (about 12-15).
On a floured surface, roll each ball into a thin circle (about 6 inches in diameter).
Cut each circle in half to form two semicircles. Take one semicircle, and form a cone by folding it in half, sealing the edge with a little water.
Fill the cone with 1-2 tablespoons of the beef mixture. Seal the open edge by pressing it together and folding it over slightly, using a little water to help seal.
Fry the Samosas
In a deep frying pan or pot, heat oil over medium heat until hot (around 350°F or 175°C).
Fry the samosas in batches, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and crispy (about 4-5 minutes per batch).
Remove the samosas with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Serve
Serve the beef samosas hot with your favorite chutney or dipping sauce. Enjoy!
Tips & Tricks
Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying to achieve a crispy texture.
You can prepare the filling a day ahead and refrigerate it to save time.
Reviews
chefdavid
The best samosa recipe ever😍😍
Recipe by
David Kimani
(@chefdavid)
Hi, I'm David Kimani, the food enthusiast behind this recipe blog. With a passion for creating delicious and easy-to-follow recipes, I aim to inspire home...