How to Make Sambusaks (Sumboosaks) with Chickpeas - A Step-by-Step Guide

Sambusaks, also known as sumboosaks, are a popular Middle Eastern pastry made with a savory filling and a flaky, golden crust. These delicious pastries can be filled with a variety of fillings, such as cheese, meat, or vegetables. In this recipe, we will be making sambusaks with a delicious chickpea filling that is packed with flavor and texture.

Chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans, are a versatile legume that is commonly used in Middle Eastern cuisine. They are a good source of p...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • ⅓ cup warm water
  • 1 extra large onion, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
  • 1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained and lightly mashed
  • ¼ bunch fresh cilantro, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 cups vegetable oil for frying
  • 11 eggs

Information

  • Prep Time: 1 hr
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 10 mins
  • Servings: 11
  • Yield: 11 servings

  • Mix the flour, cornstarch, salt, baking powder, 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil, and water together in a bowl to form a dough; cover and allow to rest for 10 minutes. Divide the dough into 11 portions, and form into balls. Roll each dough ball out on a floured surface to a 5-inch circle.
  • Cook the onion in 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until browned, about 10 minutes; stir in the garbanzo beans, cilantro, cumin, coriander, salt, and black pepper until thoroughly combined.
  • Heat 2 cups of vegetable oil in a deep-sided skillet to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Break an egg into a greased custard cup, cover with a square of waxed paper, and cook in a microwave oven on High setting for 40 seconds. Place about 1 1/2 tablespoons of the garbanzo bean filling onto a dough circle, place the slightly cooked egg onto the filling, and gently fold the dough into a half-moon shape. Fold the dough edge over and crimp with a fork to seal in the filling.
  • Deep fry the sambusaks, one or two at a time, in the hot oil until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Remove with a wire strainer, and drain on paper towels.
  • Nutrition

    253 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 186mg
    • Sodium: 313mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 23g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 10g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 73mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 184mg