Name: Samsa
Prep time: 55 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 55 min
Yield: Makes 10-12
Cuisine: Uzbek
Ingredients: 3 tbsp olive oil or melted butter; 240 g plain flour; ½ tsp salt; Neutral oil, to deep fry; 1 tbsp vegetable oil; 175 ml water (adjust as needed); 1 tbsp ghee, melted; 1 tsp ground coriander; 1 tsp ground cumin; 250 g chicken mince; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; Salt, to taste; 1 tsp paprika; ½ tsp black pepper

Preparation info

Makes
10-12

Difficulty
Easy
Ready in
1 hr 55

Appears in

Radikal Kitchen

By Radhika Howarth

Published 2024

About

Uzbek Samsas are savoury triangular pastries that are popular in Uzbek cuisine and other Central Asian countries. Similar in shape to an Indian samosa, it features a thicker, bread-like crust. Like in an Indian samosa, the filling for samsas can vary, but it is usually made with spiced minced meat (beef, lamb, or chicken) and onions. Some variations also include pumpkin, potatoes, or other vegetables. The exterior has a satisfying crunch, while the interior layers absorb the flavourful meat