Goan Beef Samosas

Goan Beef Samosas are a popular snack in Goan Catholic Cuisine, known for their crispy pastry and flavorful beef filling. This recipe will guide you through making these delicious samosas at home.

Goan Beef Samosas

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 2 large potatoes, boiled and diced
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ginger, grated
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1/2 tsp red chili powder
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 12 samosa pastry sheets
  • Oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a pan, heat 2 tbsp of vegetable oil and add cumin seeds. Once they splutter, add the chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
  2. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, and sauté for a minute.
  3. Add the ground beef and cook until it is browned.
  4. Stir in the coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
  5. Add the diced potatoes and cook for another 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let the filling cool.
  6. Take a samosa pastry sheet and fold it into a cone shape. Fill the cone with the beef filling and seal the edges using a flour-water paste.
  7. Heat oil in a deep pan and fry the samosas until they are golden brown and crispy.
  8. Remove the samosas from the oil and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
  9. Serve the Goan Beef Samosas hot with your favorite chutney or sauce.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
12g
Carbohydrates
20g
Fat
14g

Supplies

Deep pan for frying Pan for cooking the filling Knife for chopping Spatula for stirring

Tools

Rolling pin Pastry brush

Serving suggestions

Serve the Goan Beef Samosas as an appetizer for a party or as a snack with tea or coffee.

Tips & tricks

For a vegetarian option, you can substitute the ground beef with mixed vegetables or paneer.

Cost

$15