Uzbek Samsa is a delicious pastry filled with spiced lamb and onions, traditionally baked in a clay oven. It's a popular snack and street food in Uzbekistan and other Central Asian countries. Here's a recipe for making crispy tortillas of Oriental cuisine with lamb Samsa in the oven:<br /><br />Ingredients:<br /><br />For the dough:<br /><br />500g all-purpose flour<br />250ml warm water<br />2 tablespoons vegetable oil<br />1 teaspoon salt<br />For the filling:<br /><br />500g ground lamb (you can also use beef or a combination of both)<br />1 large onion, finely chopped<br />2-3 cloves of garlic, minced<br />1 teaspoon ground cumin<br />1 teaspoon ground coriander<br />1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper<br />1/2 teaspoon paprika or chili powder (adjust to your spice preference)<br />Salt to taste<br />For brushing:<br /><br />1 egg, beaten<br />Instructions:<br /><br />Prepare the dough:<br /><br />In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt.<br />Gradually add warm water and vegetable oil to the flour mixture.<br />Mix everything together until a smooth and elastic dough forms.<br />Cover the dough with a damp cloth or plastic wrap and let it rest for about 30 minutes.<br />Prepare the filling:<br /><br />In a separate bowl, mix the ground lamb, finely chopped onions, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, black pepper, paprika or chili powder, and salt.<br />Mix everything well until all the spices are evenly distributed throughout the meat.<br />Preheat the oven:<br /><br />Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F).<br />Shape the Samsa:<br /><br />Divide the rested dough into small equal-sized balls, about the size of a walnut.<br />On a floured surface, roll out each dough ball into a thin, round disc, around 15-20cm in diameter.<br />Fill and fold the Samsa:<br /><br />Place a generous tablespoon of the spiced lamb filling onto one half of the rolled-out dough disc.<br />Fold the other half over the filling to create a half-moon shape.<br />Pinch and twist the edges of the dough to seal the Samsa, ensuring no filling spills out during baking.<br />Brush and bake:<br /><br />Place the prepared Samsa on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.<br />Brush the top of each Samsa with beaten egg for a golden and glossy finish.<br />Bake the Samsa in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until they turn golden brown and crispy.<br />Serve:<br /><br />Once the Samsa is baked, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly.<br />Serve the Samsa warm as a delightful snack or appetizer. In Uzbekistan, they are often enjoyed with a cup of green tea.<br />Enjoy your homemade Uzbek Samsa with crispy tortillas filled with delicious spiced lamb!
