Moroccan Chicken Samosa Recipe
This Moroccan-style samosa recipe combines spiced minced chicken, aromatic herbs, and crispy pastry to create a delicious appetizer or snack. Perfect for parties or as a side dish!
Ingredients:
For the Filling:
- 1 lb (450g) ground chicken
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- 1/4 cup (15g) chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup (15g) chopped fresh cilantro
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
For the Pastry:
- 10–12 spring roll sheets or phyllo dough (cut into strips)
- 3 tbsp melted butter or oil (for brushing the pastry)
- 1 egg (lightly beaten, for sealing edges)
For Frying:
- Vegetable oil (for deep frying)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Filling:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the ground chicken and cook until browned, breaking it up into small pieces with a spoon.
- Stir in cumin, coriander, cinnamon, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 2–3 minutes to toast the spices and develop their flavors.
- Season with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lemon juice. Stir in the chopped parsley and cilantro, then set aside to cool completely.
- Assemble the Samosas:
- Take one strip of spring roll sheet or phyllo dough. Place a small spoonful of the chicken filling at one end.
- Fold the pastry into a triangular shape, enclosing the filling. Continue folding into a triangle until you reach the end of the strip.
- Seal the edge with a little beaten egg to prevent it from opening while frying. Repeat for the remaining sheets and filling.
- Cook the Samosas:
- Deep Frying: Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan to 350°F (180°C). Fry the samosas in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 3–4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
- Baking (Healthier Option): Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the samosas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush them with melted butter or oil and bake for 20–25 minutes, turning once, until golden and crispy.
- Serve:
- Serve the samosas warm with mint yogurt sauce, harissa, or a side of lemon wedges.
Tips:
- Customizations: Add a handful of chopped vegetables (e.g., carrots, peas, or spinach) to the filling for extra texture.
- Pastry Alternatives: If spring roll sheets aren’t available, you can use puff pastry, shortcrust pastry, or wonton wrappers.
- Storage: Uncooked samosas can be frozen and fried directly from frozen when needed.
Enjoy the crispy, flavorful goodness of Moroccan chicken samosas! 🥟✨