Tanzanian

Cumin and Lime Zest Spiced Carrot and Cabbage Samosas

Name: Cumin and Lime Zest Spiced Carrot and Cabbage Samosas
Total time: 32 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Tanzanian
Ingredients: 1/2 cup grated carrots; 1/2 cup shredded cabbage; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric; 1/2 teaspoon chili powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoons oil; 20 samosa pastry shells; 1/2 tsp ground cumin; 1 tbsp lime zest

Tangy spice depth

32 minutes2 servings

Method

Mix cumin and lime zest into the vegetable mixture before filling samosas.
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until soft. Add carrots and cabbage, cook 5 minutes.
Stir in cumin, coriander, turmeric, chili, salt, and pepper. Cook 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
Fill each pastry shell with the mixture. Seal edges with water. Fry in hot oil until golden.
Drain on paper towels. Serve warm with chutney if desired.

Sides Snacks Vegetarian

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