SAMBOSSA (ETHIOPIAN APPETIZER)

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This is a wonderful little Ethiopian snack that is quite similar to a samosa. You skip making the dough by using wonton wrappers. Enjoy!

Provided by Nif_H

Categories     Meat

Time 50m

Yield 48 sambossas

Number Of Ingredients 12

48 wonton wrappers
1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
1 lb lean ground lamb or 1 lb beef
1/2 teaspoon ginger, minced
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
salt
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
4 sprigs fresh coriander, chopped
3 sprigs mint, chopped
2 cups water

Steps:

  • Combine all filling ingredients in heavy sauce pan.
  • Bring to a boil and stir to keep smooth.
  • Reduce heat to medium and let mixture simmer uncovered.
  • Correct flavor for spices and salt balance.
  • As water simmers away, stir often to prevent mixture from sticking, especially during final stages.
  • Cook until all liquid evaporates.
  • If ground meat has a lot of fat, drain off at this point.
  • Let mixture cool slightly before stuffing.
  • Fill won ton wrappers with 1 to 2 tsp of filling. Moisten and press the edges together in a triangle shape.
  • Fry the Sanbossas, several at a time, until golden brown on both sides. Place the golden brown Sambossas on paper towel to rid of excess oil. Serve hot or cold with or without chutney.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 51.1, Fat 2.4, SaturatedFat 1, Cholesterol 7.7, Sodium 51.8, Carbohydrate 4.9, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.1, Protein 2.4

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