Qeema Samosa in Pakistan

 Qeema Samosa

Qeema Samosas are a popular snack in South Asian cuisine, particularly in Pakistan and India. They are triangular-shaped pastries filled with a spiced minced meat mixture, typically made with ground beef or lamb. The filling is seasoned with spices such as cumin, coriander, red chili, and turmeric powder, along with onions, garlic, and ginger paste. The meat mixture is then wrapped in a thin, crispy pastry shell made with all-purpose flour and water. The samosas are deep-fried until golden brown and crispy on the outside, while the filling remains moist and flavorful on the inside. Qeema Samosas are usually served with tamarind or mint chutney and are a popular snack for parties, festivals, and other social gatherings.

 

 

 

Here's a recipe for Qeema Samosas:

 

Ingredients:

 

• 1 lb ground beef or lamb
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp ginger paste
• 1 tsp cumin powder
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• 1/2 tsp red chili powder
• 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
• Salt, to taste
• 2 tbsp oil
• 1 package samosa wrappers
• Water, for sealing samosas
• Oil, for frying

Instructions:

 

1. Heat 2 tbsp oil in a pan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and fry until softened and lightly browned.
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3. Add minced garlic and ginger paste and fry for another minute.
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5. Add ground beef or lamb to the pan and break it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until it has browned.
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7. Add cumin powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt to the pan. Stir to combine.
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9. Cook the meat for a further 5-7 minutes or until it is cooked through.
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11. Allow the meat mixture to cool down completely.
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13. Take a samosa wrapper and fold it in half to form a triangle. Seal the edges with water.
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15. Fill the samosa with the cooled meat mixture, and fold the top of the triangle over to seal it.
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17. Repeat with the remaining samosa wrappers and filling.
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19. Heat oil for deep frying in a pan over medium-high heat.
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21. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the samosas in the oil and fry until golden brown.
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23. Remove the samosas with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel to drain the excess oil.
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25. Serve hot with chutney or ketchup.
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27. Enjoy your delicious Qeema Samosas!
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