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Lamb Shank Samosas


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  • Author: Solayman Hasan, Head Chef, Al Iwan Kitchen
  • Total Time: 255 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 6
  • Diet: Omnivore

Description

Flavorful Emirati-spiced lamb fills crispy samosas. Served with a creamy sumac and zaatar dip.


Ingredients

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  • 4 cups (946 ml) refined flour
  • 4 1/2 teaspoons table salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons carom seeds
  • 2/3 cups (149 ml) melted ghee
  • 1 1/4 cups (296 ml) warm water
  • 7 lbs (3175 g) lamb shank
  • 1 3/4 cups (416 ml) green peas, cooked
  • 1/4 cups (59 ml) ginger, chopped
  • 1/2 cups (118 ml) garlic, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons green chilies, chopped
  • 4 tablespoons red chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons turmeric powder
  • 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon Arabic Altahi spice powder
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala powder
  • 1 cups (237 ml) coriander leaves, chopped
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons sunflower oil
  • 2 quarts (1893 ml) mineral water
  • 7/8 cups (208 ml) mayonnaise
  • 2 teaspoons sumac spice powder
  • 2 teaspoons zaatar spice powder
  • 7/8 cups (208 ml) cream cheese
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 teaspoon black sesame seed
  • Salt

Instructions

Lamb Shank Filling Instructions

  1. Place lamb shank in a large pot with salt and 1 tablespoon of turmeric. Cover with water, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for 2-3 hours until the meat is tender and easily falls off the bone. Reserve 2 cups of the cooking liquid for the stock.
  2. Once cooked, remove the lamb from the pot. Discard the bones and shred the meat. Set aside.
  3. In a separate pot, heat sunflower oil over medium heat. Add ginger and garlic, sautéing until golden. Stir in the remaining spices and green peas, cooking for 1 minute before adding the shredded lamb. Pour in the reserved lamb stock, adjust salt to taste, and simmer for 10-15 minutes. Add chopped coriander, then remove from heat to cool.

Samosa Dough Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, and carom seeds. Gradually mix in melted ghee until the dough comes together. If necessary, add a small amount of water to achieve a smooth yet semi-hard consistency. Cover with a damp cloth and let rest for 20-30 minutes.
  2. Divide the dough into small balls, rolling each into a 6-7 inch diameter circle. Cut in half to form semi-circles. Fold each into a cone, sealing the edge with water. Stuff with lamb filling, then seal the top.
  3. Heat oil to 180°C (356°F) and deep fry samosas until golden brown on both sides.

Sumac and Zaatar Dip Instructions

  1. Combine mayonnaise, cream cheese, sumac, zaatar, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Whisk until smooth and garnish with sesame seeds.

To Serve

  1. Enjoy the samosas hot with the sumac and zaatar dip on the side.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, marinate the lamb shanks overnight in a mixture of the spices before cooking.
  • To prevent soggy samosas, ensure the filling is completely cool before assembling and frying.
  • Leftover samosas can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or frozen for up to 1 month.
  • Prep Time: 45 minutes
  • Cook Time: 210 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Deep-Frying
  • Cuisine: Emirati

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 3 samosas
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5
  • Sodium: 600
  • Fat: 25
  • Saturated Fat: 10
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10
  • Carbohydrates: 40
  • Fiber: 5
  • Protein: 25
  • Cholesterol: 100