Samsa in the oven

Cookinero 28 Feb 2025

Samsa, which is so loved in Asia and the East, can be called a universal dish. It can be prepared with meat filling, and the meat can be beef, chicken or lamb. You can make samsa dietary - with greens or lentils. Use puff pastry or regular dough. There are many recipes, as well as cooking methods. At home, you can make samsa with minced meat in the oven, and it will turn out no less delicious!

How to cook Samsa in the oven

Step 1

Samsa in the oven

Prepare the filling. Combine the onion with the minced meat, add salt and pepper, and stir. Heat a frying pan with 1 tbsp of vegetable oil and put the minced meat in it. Fry for 3-5 minutes until golden brown, but the meat is not yet ready. Let it cool.

Step 2

Samsa in the oven

Knead the dough. Dissolve salt in water and sift 1 cup of flour into it. Then continue adding flour, gradually kneading the dough. Form a ball, cover with a towel and leave for 15 minutes.

Step 3

Samsa in the oven

Form the pies. Cut the dough into small pieces and roll each one out to the size of a small saucer. Put the mince, measuring out about 1 tbsp of filling for each pie. For juiciness, cut the butter into small pieces and add on top of the mince. Take three edges of the dough and bring them to the middle to form a triangle, pinch the edges.

Step 4

Samsa in the oven

Bake the samsa. Grease the baking tray with the remaining vegetable oil. Beat the egg yolk and grease the top of the pies, sprinkle with sesame seeds and place them on the baking tray. Bake the samsa in an oven preheated to 180 degrees for 30 minutes.

Samsa in the oven - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes, you can substitute minced beef with minced lamb, chicken, or turkey for a different flavor. Just adjust cooking time as needed.
Replace the minced meat with cooked lentils, mushrooms, or mashed chickpeas for a delicious vegetarian version.
Absolutely! Freeze unbaked samsa on a tray before transferring to a bag. Bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes.
Try poppy seeds, nigella seeds, or simply omit them for a different texture.
Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in oven for best texture.
Yes, adjust dough piece sizes accordingly. Smaller pieces may bake faster, larger ones need more time.
You may have over-kneaded or used too much flour. Mix just until combined and let it rest properly.
Yes, puff pastry or pie crust works well, though the texture will differ from traditional samsa.
Serve with fresh salads, yogurt sauces, or vegetable soups for a complete meal.
Don't overcook the meat initially and keep butter pieces in the filling for extra moisture during baking.

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