Sambusa

Sambusa is a popular snack and street food in Zanzibar, Tanzania. While the traditional filling often includes spiced potatoes, peas, or minced meat, fish sambusas are also common, particularly in coastal regions where seafood is in abundance. In Zanzibar, fish sambusas are typically made with a filling of finely chopped or flaked fish, seasoned with spices and herbs.

This recipe includes a tuna filling, inspired by the Spanish empanada.