Saudi Samboosak Recipe

Name: Saudi Samboosak
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups flour; 2 grated onions; 1 1/2 cups oil; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon bread spices (fennel seeds, poppy seeds, etc.); 1/4 ounce yeast; 1 teaspoon cumin; oil (for frying); water; 1 lb ground beef or 1 lb ground lamb

Servings: persons

3 cups flour
2 grated onions
1 1/2 cups oil
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon bread spices (fennel seeds, poppy seeds, etc.)
1/4 ounce yeast
1 teaspoon cumin
oil (for frying)
water
1 lb ground beef or 1 lb ground lamb

1
Put the flour in a deep bowl, add the bread spices and salt. Add the oil and rub with fingertips. Add water and a pinch of salt a little at a time, mixing thoroughly until dough is binding.
2
Divide into small pieces, place on a tray and put in a warm place for one hour.
3
Put ground meat, onion, salt, pepper and cumin in a frying pan and cook over low heat. Cool.
4
Roll each piece of dough into a round, about 1/16 inch thick. Place a tablespoon of meat in the center of each round and seal then twist the edges.
5
Heat the oil and deep fry the samboosak on both sides.
6
Serve hot.

1436

kcal

Calories

114

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups flour, 2 grated onions, 1 1/2 cups oil, 1 teaspoon ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Saudi Samboosak falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Saudi Samboosak

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