Djibouti Samosas (Meat and Onion Pastry)

Step 1

Saute garlic and arbol chilies in olive oil for 5 minutes.

Step 2

Add in the tomatoes, vinegar and cumin and simmer for 10 minutes

Step 3

Set aside and serve with the samosas

Step 4

For the dough:

Step 5

sift together flour and a pinch of salt

Step 6

Add in water slowly so that the mixture becomes a stiff dough.

Step 7

Shape into a ball and allow to rest

Step 8

For the filling

Step 9

Meanwhile, add oil to a frying pan and fry the meat for a few minutes

Step 10

Add in the onions and leeks

Step 11

Season with cumin and salt and pepper to taste

Step 12

Fry together until the meat is cooked through and the onions and leeks are soft.

Step 13

Roll out the pastry dough on a floured surface and cut into squares about 4" x 4".

Step 14

Put a tablespoon of the meat mixture in the middle and fold over to make a triangle

Step 15

Seal the edges by pressing them together firmly.

Step 16

Heat oil in a pan or deep fryer and cook until golden brown and crispy.

Step 17

Remove them with a slotted spoon and set on a paper towel to drain off any excess oil

Step 18

Serve hot with the sauce, Enjoy!