Samosas
Description
These homemade samosas offer a delightful twist on the classic Indian snack by using lean ground beef and a fragrant spice blend. The filling combines aromatic cumin, cardamom, and cinnamon with fresh ginger, garlic, and cilantro for a complex, savory flavor profile. Encased in a sturdy, flaky pastry made from scratch, each bite delivers a satisfying crunch followed by a tender, juicy center. Baking them instead of frying makes them a lighter option while maintaining that golden-brown appeal.Directions
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Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
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For the filling: In a blender or food processor, combine onion, ginger root, garlic, broken cinnamon stick, cardamom seed, cumin seeds, and salt. Pulse until finely ground into a paste.
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Heat a medium skillet over medium-high heat and spray with non-stick spray.
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Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and no longer pink.
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Add the blended spice mixture to the beef and stir to combine. Cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
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Pour in 1 cup of water and simmer until the liquid has completely evaporated and the mixture thickens.
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Remove from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro. Let the filling cool slightly.
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For the pastry: In a large bowl, cut the vegetable shortening into the all-purpose flour until the mixture resembles coarse meal.
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Sprinkle water over the flour mixture, 2 teaspoons at a time, mixing with a fork after each addition, until a stiff dough forms.
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Knead the dough briefly into a ball, then divide it into 8 equal pieces.
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Roll each piece of dough on a lightly floured surface into a 6-inch flat circle.
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Cut each circle in half to create two semi-circles.
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Place a scant 1 tablespoon of the cooled beef filling onto the flat edge of each semi-circle.
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Moisten the edges of the pastry with water, fold the straight edge over the filling to form a triangle, and pinch the edges tightly to seal.
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Place samosas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush lightly with liquid egg substitute for a golden finish.
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Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and crisp.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4 servings
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 172.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 6.2g10%
- Saturated Fat 2.3g12%
- Cholesterol 43.1mg15%
- Sodium 2509.9mg105%
- Total Carbohydrate 13.9g5%
- Dietary Fiber 7.5g30%
- Sugars 1.1g
- Protein 17.1g35%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
