Sambousek Bil Laham (qatari Spiced Lamb Samosas With Mint Chutney)

Sambousek Bil Laham is a popular Qatari appetizer that features spiced lamb filling wrapped in crispy pastry, served with refreshing mint chutney.

Sambousek Bil Laham (qatari Spiced Lamb Samosas With Mint Chutney)

Ingredients

  • 500g minced lamb
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 12 sheets of store-bought samosa pastry
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a pan, cook the minced lamb, onion, and garlic over medium heat until the lamb is browned and the onions are soft.
  2. Add the ground cumin, coriander, cinnamon, salt, and pepper to the lamb mixture. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool.
  3. Take one sheet of samosa pastry and place a spoonful of the lamb mixture in the center. Fold the pastry over the filling to form a triangle, then seal the edges with a little water.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan and fry the samosas until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
  5. Serve the sambousek bil laham hot with mint chutney.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Protein
8g
Carbohydrates
12g
Fat
7g

Supplies

Frying pan Deep pan Paper towels

Tools

Spatula Spoon

Serving suggestions

Sambousek Bil Laham is best served as an appetizer for gatherings or as a snack with afternoon tea.

Tips & tricks

For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free samosa pastry or make your own gluten-free pastry.

Cost

$15