Ingredients for Arabic Samboosak
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup warm milk
- 6 tablespoons corn oil
- 1 medium onion
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Water (as needed)
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How to Make Arabic Samboosak
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
- In a large bowl, combine 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 tablespoon sugar, and ½ teaspoon salt.
- Add ¼ cup vegetable oil, ½ cup warm milk, and 1 large beaten egg. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Divide the dough into 1-inch balls (approximately 24 balls).
- Cover and let the dough rest for 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, prepare the filling: Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add 1 medium chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in 1 pound ground meat (beef or lamb), 1 teaspoon ground cumin, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper.
- Cook until the meat is browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes, breaking it up with a spoon.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll each dough ball into a 4-inch circle.
- Place 1 teaspoon of the meat filling in the center of each circle.
- Moisten the edges of the pastry with water, fold in half to form a half-moon shape, and press the edges firmly to seal.
- Optionally, crimp the edges with a fork for a decorative finish.
- Place the samboosak on a greased baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
57 g
Sugar
11g
Fat
29g
Carbs
14g
