Samsa – Tunisian Almond and Sesame Phyllo Pastries

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 3
Samsa - Tunisian Almond and Sesame Phyllo Pastries with a Twist
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Prep

30 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2/3 cup sugar
1 1/4 cups water
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon orange flower water
1 1/2 cups blanched almonds , lightly toasted and ground
1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated orange peel
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
4 ounces phyllo pastry
2 tablespoons olive oil , for brushing
lightly toasted sesame seeds , for sprinkling

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
192
Sugar
12g
Fat
10g
Samsa, or the North African version of samosas, is usually a triangular, savory pastry. These Tunisian versions are a twist on the original recipes and are made with phyllo pastry instead of the traditional dough. The sweet, nutty Samsa is an excellent teatime snack or a quick breakfast. The recipe is simple and quick, making it perfect for impromptu dinner parties or weekend breakfasts.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.In a saucepan, bring the sugar and water to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Add the lemon juice and orange flower water, then remove from heat and let it cool.
3.Mix the almonds, orange peel, and cinnamon in a bowl. Take a spring roll wrapper and brush it with olive oil before laying a second layer of the wrapper on top of it. Cut the layered sheets of pastry into 4 segments that can accommodate around two tablespoons of the almond filling. Roll the filling in a triangular shape before keeping it onto a tray.
4.Sprinkle some sesame seeds over the pastry before baking it for 15 minutes.
5.Remove from the oven and let it cool for a minute before serving.

PROS

Samsa is a delightful pastry that can be enjoyed at any time of the day.
The taste is unique, with toasted almonds providing a crunchy texture while the cinnamon and orange zest add a burst of flavors.

Sesame seeds on the surface become toasted while the pastry is baked and bring out a nutty flavor, making the taste more pleasant.

CONS

Phyllo pastry is time-consuming to make and is delicate to work with.
It requires effort and patience when handling the dough to obtain the desired result.

Because of the sugar syrup used in the recipe, Samsa can become sticky and clingy, making it difficult to eat neatly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Samsa has almonds as one of the essential ingredients that provide nutrients to our body, such as protein, fiber, vitamin E, among others. Hence, adding a sweet, fatty flavor plus nutritional benefits to our desserts is a healthy option.
The cinnamon present in the recipe may help regulate blood sugar levels, aid digestion and maintain a healthy inflammatory response.

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