INGREDIENTS:
For the Samosa Filling
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground coriander
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup finely chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese, optional
For the Samosas
- 12–15 samosa pastry sheets or spring-roll wrappers
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons water
- Oil, for brushing or frying
Optional Dipping Sauce
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper
Ingredient Notes: Ground beef provides the hearty filling, while cumin, coriander, paprika, oregano, and cinnamon give these samosas a distinctly Mediterranean-inspired flavor. Fresh parsley and lemon brighten the rich beef mixture, while feta adds a creamy, salty contrast.
