Middle_Eastern
Middle Eastern - Salads and Sides
Sambusa Salad / Side
Chef's Menu Description
Crisp seasonal garden leaves and fresh vegetables tossed in a vibrant house dressing, finished with toasted seeds and fresh herbs.
Ingredients
- • 12 sambusa or spring roll wrappers
- • 300g minced beef
- • 1 small onion, finely chopped
- • 2 garlic cloves, minced
- • 1 tsp ground cumin
- • 1/2 tsp ground cardamom
- • 1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed
- • 3 cups vegetable oil, for deep-frying
- • 3/4 tsp fine salt
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Brown the beef with the onion and garlic in a dry frying pan over medium heat until cooked through.
2
Phase 2
Stir in the cumin, cardamom, and half the salt, cook 2 minutes, then mix in the peas and leave to cool.
3
Phase 3
Cut the wrappers into strips, place a spoonful of filling at one end, and fold over into triangles.
4
Phase 4
Seal the final edge with a paste of flour and water.
5
Phase 5
Deep-fry in oil heated to 180C, a few at a time, until golden and crisp.
6
Phase 6
Drain on kitchen roll and serve hot with chutney or chili sauce.