Crispy Meat or Vegetable Samosas for Ramadan
Samosas are one of the most popular starters on the Ramadan table, with their golden, crackly triangles and well-seasoned filling. You can stuff them with meat, chicken, vegetables or cheese, so there’s something for everyone, and they vanish from the plate in no time.
The secret to the crunch is very thin pastry or ready-made samosa wrappers, plus tightly sealed triangles so the filling doesn’t leak into the oil. And be sure to let the filling cool before wrapping, so it doesn’t make the pastry soggy.
Crispy Meat or Vegetable Samosas for Ramadan
المقادير
Method
- Sauté the onion, then add the minced meat with the spices and salt, and cook until done and the liquid has evaporated.
- Stir in the parsley and coriander, then let the filling cool completely.
- Make the sealing paste by mixing the flour with a little water.
- Place a spoonful of filling on a strip of samosa pastry and fold it into successive triangles.
- Seal the loose end with the flour paste so the triangle closes tightly.
- Fry the samosas in hot oil until golden, then drain on paper towels. Serve with a dipping sauce.
ملاحظات
Seal the triangles well so the filling doesn't escape into the oil.
You can freeze the samosas raw and fry them straight from the freezer.
Frequently asked questions
Can samosas be baked?
Yes, brush them with oil and bake until golden for a lighter version, but frying gives a crispier result.
What can I fill samosas with besides meat?
Chicken, vegetables, cheese or spiced potatoes.
How do I store samosas?
Freeze them raw between sheets of paper and fry them straight from frozen whenever you need them.
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