Sambusas are perhaps best described to those familiar with Indian cusine as like
samosas, without the addition of potatoes and peas. Somalian in origin, these little appetizer parcels are wrapped in thin pastry, sometimes with rice paper, or spring roll wrappers, and are commonly filled with ground beef, vegetables, and spices. Usually fried, I offer up a baked vegetarian version stuffed with lentils, vegetables, and mushrooms cooked in a delightful red gravy featuring an array of hot spices, notably the classic Ethiopian
berbere spice blend. I've used wonton wrappers instead of opting for my own pastry to speed up the preparation time. Though these are commonly served as appetizers, they are quite filling, so depending on what else you serve, you might want to consider them as a substantial side.
