Sambousa with Beef

Crispy, golden, and bursting with flavor, Sambousa with Beef is a crowd-pleasing appetizer or snack that combines savory spiced ground beef with a perfectly crunchy exterior. These irresistible triangular pastries are packed with a delicious filling made from seasoned ground beef, sautéed onions, garlic, and fresh cilantro, flavored with warm spices like cumin, coriander, and paprika. Wrapped in delicate spring roll sheets and fried to perfection, they deliver an unbeatable combination of textures in every bite. Perfect for parties, family gatherings, or as a side dish, these sambousas are quick to assemble and fry, becoming a go-to recipe for when you want something both comforting and impressive. Serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauce or a dollop of creamy yogurt for an unforgettable treat!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 20

Ingredients

• 500 g Ground beef
• 1 medium (finely chopped) Yellow onion
• 3 minced Garlic cloves
• 1 tsp Ground cumin
• 1 tsp Ground coriander
• 1 tsp Paprika
• 1 tsp (adjust to taste) Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp (chopped) Fresh cilantro
• 20 sheets Spring roll wrappers
• 2 tbsp (for filling preparation) Vegetable oil
• 1 (beaten, for sealing) Egg
• 500 ml (for frying) Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Heat 2 tbsp of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to evenly coat the beef with the spices.

Step 6

Cook for another 2-3 minutes, then stir in the chopped fresh cilantro. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 7

Take one spring roll wrapper and shape it into a cone, keeping the bottom tip sealed. Use the beaten egg to seal the edges of the wrapper.

Step 8

Fill the cone with 1 to 2 tablespoons of the beef mixture, ensuring the filling doesn’t overflow.

Step 9

Fold and seal the top of the wrapper with the beaten egg to form a triangular shape.

Step 10

Repeat the process with the remaining wrappers and filling.

Step 11

Heat 500 ml of vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F).

Step 12

Fry the sambousas in batches, 3-4 at a time, for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.

Step 13

Remove the sambousas using a slotted spoon and drain on a plate lined with paper towels.

Step 14

Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce or yogurt on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1218.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3501.6

Total Fat 218.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 54.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 78.5g
Cholesterol 527.9mg	0%
Sodium 5205.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 298.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.6g	0%
Total Sugars 5.2g
Protein 113.0g	0%

Vitamin D 48IU	0%
Calcium 236.7mg	0%
Iron 18.3mg	0%
Potassium 1825.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.4%

Protein: 12.5%

Carbs: 33.0%