Arabic Samboosak Recipe

Ingredients for Arabic Samboosak

• All Purpose Flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• ½ teaspoon salt (for filling)
• Eggs
• Milk
• Corn Oil
• Onions
• Ground Beef
• Ground Cumin
• Black Pepper

How to Make Arabic Samboosak

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