Sambousek

Preparation

• 1
  In a bowl, mix together the All Purpose flour, sugar, salt until it forms bread crumbs like texture.
• 2
  Add the yeast followed by olive oil and mix with the help of a spoon.
• 3
  Gradually add the water a little at a time until it starts to form a dough. You may or may not need the exact amount mentioned.
• 4
  Cover the bowl with cloth and keep it in a warm place for approximately an hour or until the dough has risen.
• 5
  Once the dough has risen, roll it out making sure it’s not too thick. This dough is more on the thinner side when rolled out.
• 6
  Using a cookie cutter, cut out round shapes.
• 7
  Place a filling of your choice in the centre of the circle and fold across making sure the ends stick together really well.
• 8
  Place the savouries back in a warm place for approximately 20 minutes.
• 9
  Brush each Sambousek with egg wash and bake in your pre-heated oven for approximately 20 minutes or until it turns light golden in colour.
• 10
  <strong>Method for Chicken filling:</strong>
• 11
  In a pan, heat oil and fry the chopped onions until they turn light golden brown in colour.
• 12
  Add the chopped garlic and sautee.
• 13
  Add the chicken, tomato puree, salt, black pepper, red chilli powder, and mix well.
• 14
  <strong>Method for Cheese filling:</strong>
• 15
  Mix cream cheese with some chopped parsley and butter. You can season it further depending on your taste.