Beef Samosas

Kick up your appetizer game with these crispy beef samosas, perfectly complemented by a zesty cilantro-mint chutney. Ideal for gatherings or a delicious snack anytime, these flavorful pastries combine rich spices with hearty ground beef and veggies. Pair them with the refreshing chutney for a real crowd-pleaser!

Ingredients

For the Beef Samosas:
🧅 1 medium-sized onion, chopped
🥩 2 to 3 pounds of ground beef
🫛 1 12oz bag of frozen peas and carrots
🧄 1 tablespoon of garlic paste
🧄 1 tablespoon of ginger paste
🌿 1 1/2 tablespoons of garam masala
🧂 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt
🌶️ 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper
✨ 1 teaspoon of turmeric
🌿 1 teaspoon of cumin
🌿 1 teaspoon of coriander
🥟 2 packets of empanada discs
🫒 2 tablespoons of oil

For the Cilantro-Mint Chutney:
🌿 1 to 2 cups of cilantro
🌿 1 cup of mint leaves
🧄 1 clove of garlic
🌶️ 1 jalapeño, seeds removed
🧀 1 to 2 tablespoons of cream cheese
🍋 Juice of half a lemon
💧 1/4 cup of water
🧂 1/4 teaspoon of salt
🌿 1/8 teaspoon of cumin

Instructions

1- Prepare the Beef Filling:

• Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté for 4 to 5 minutes until they soften and turn slightly golden.
• Add the ground beef to the pan. Cook until browned, breaking apart the meat as it cooks.
• Stir in the garlic paste and ginger paste. Cook for another 2 minutes.
• Add garam masala, salt, cayenne pepper, turmeric, cumin, and coriander. Mix well and cook for 5 minutes, allowing the spices to infuse the meat.
• Add the frozen peas and carrots. Cook for 5 more minutes until the vegetables are heated through. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool completely.

2- Make the Samosas:

• Once the beef mixture has cooled, take an empanada disc and place it flat. Add a desired amount of filling in the center, careful not to overstuff.
• Fold the disc over and press the edges firmly to seal, creating a semicircle. Ensure it's completely closed to avoid leaking during frying.
• Continue with the remaining discs and filling.

3- Fry the Samosas:

• Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat. Fry the samosas until golden brown and crisp on both sides, then transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

4- Prepare the Chutney:

• In a blender or food processor, combine cilantro, mint, garlic, jalapeño, cream cheese, lemon juice, water, salt, and cumin. Blend until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: Approximately 10-12 samosas
Equipment: Large frying pan, deep frying pan, blender
Calories per Samosa: ~230 kcal
Macronutrients per Samosa:

• Protein: 12g
• Fat: 14g
• Carbohydrates: 15g

Cooking Tips

• Ensure that the beef mixture is completely cooled before stuffing the empanada discs to prevent them from becoming soggy.
• Adjust the spiciness of the chutney by varying the amount of jalapeño.

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Crispy Beef Samosas with Cilantro-Mint Chutney