Ingredients: |
Ingredients: For the Filling:
1 pound minced beef
1 onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon ground allspice
Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Dough:
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup avocado oil
1 cup water
Additional flour for rolling out dough
For Frying:
Avocado oil or vegetable oil, for deep frying
Instructions:
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Directions: |
Directions:Prepare the Filling:
In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon.
Add the chopped onion and continue to cook until softened.
Stir in the ground allspice, salt, and pepper. Cook for another minute to blend flavors.
Remove from heat and let the filling cool completely.
To prepare the Dough:
In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt.
Add the avocado oil and water to the flour mixture. Mix with a spoon until a dough starts to form. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Divide the dough into small balls, about the size of golf balls.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out each ball of dough into a thin circle (about 1/8 inch thick).
Place a tablespoon of the cooled meat filling in the center of each circle. Fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape.
Press the edges firmly together to seal. You can crimp the edges with a fork for a decorative pattern.
Heat about 2 inches of oil in a deep skillet or pot to 350°F (175°C).
Carefully place a few sambousek at a time into the hot oil.
Fry until golden brown on both sides, turning once, about 3-4 minutes total.
Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
Serve the sambousek hot or room temperature with a side of hummus for dipping.
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