Zanzibari Chicken Samosas
Zanzibari Chicken Samosas are a popular snack in Zanzibari cuisine, known for their flavorful filling and crispy pastry shell. These delicious samosas are perfect for serving as an appetizer or enjoying as a light meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 1 tsp curry powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 12 sheets of samosa pastry or phyllo dough
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook the ground chicken over medium heat until browned. Add the onion, garlic, and ginger, and cook until the onion is soft.
- Stir in the curry powder, cumin, turmeric, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, then remove from heat and let the filling cool.
- Place a spoonful of the chicken filling onto each samosa pastry sheet, then fold the pastry over the filling to form a triangle. Seal the edges with a little water.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Fry the samosas in batches until golden brown and crispy, then drain on paper towels.
- Serve the Zanzibari Chicken Samosas hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
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
- 15g
- Fat
- 7g
Supplies
Large skillet Sharp knife Cutting board Deep frying pan Spatula
Tools
Rolling pin Pastry brush
Serving suggestions
Samosas are traditionally served with tamarind chutney or mint yogurt sauce.
Tips & tricks
For a gluten-free option, use rice paper wrappers instead of samosa pastry.
Cost
$15