Spiced Mince Meat Samosas
Enjoy a tantalizing journey with these spiced mince meat samosas, featuring a savory filling of seasoned ground meat, onions, and aromatic spices, all wrapped in a flaky pastry. Perfect as an appetizer or snack for gatherings, these crispy samosas are irresistible when served with mint chutney or tamarind sauce. Elevate your culinary skills while bringing a taste of tradition to your table!
ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef or lamb
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, grated
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- ½ tsp garam masala
- ½ tsp chili powder (adjust to taste)
- ½ cup frozen peas (optional)
- Salt to taste
- 2 tbsp oil for cooking
- 1 package of ready-made pastry dough (about 16 oz)
- Oil for deep frying
steps
- 1.
In a pan, heat 2 tbsp oil over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and sauté until aromatic.
- 2.
Stir in the chopped onion, garlic, and ginger; cook until onions become translucent.
- 3.
Add the ground meat, breaking it up with a spoon and cooking until browned.
- 4.
Add coriander powder, garam masala, chili powder, and salt; mix well and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- 5.
Stir in frozen peas, if using, and cook for 2 more minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
- 6.
Roll out pastry dough on a lightly floured surface; cut into 4-inch circles.
- 7.
Place a spoonful of the meat mixture in the center of each circle.
- 8.
Fold the dough over to form a half-moon shape and seal the edges by pressing with a fork.
- 9.
Heat oil in a deep frying pan; once hot, carefully add the samosas in batches, frying until golden brown.
- 10.
Remove and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with your choice of chutney or sauce.
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