Making Cheese Sambusak (Cheese Pastry Pie) Arabian Food

Cheese Sambusak, also known as Cheese Pastry Pie, is a delicious Middle Eastern savory pastry filled with a mixture of cheese and herbs. Here's a recipe to make Cheese Sambusak

Ingredients:

For the dough:

1-2 cups all-purpose flour

2-1/2 teaspoon salt

3-1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed

4-1/2 cup plain yogurt

5-2 tablespoons cold water

For the filling:

1-2 cups shredded cheese (such as feta, mozzarella, or a combination)

2-1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley

3-1/4 cup chopped fresh mint

4-1/4 teaspoon black pepper

For brushing:

1 egg, beaten

Instructions:

*In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Add the cold butter cubes and use your   fingers or a pastry cutter to rub the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.

*Add the yogurt and water to the mixture and knead gently until the dough comes together.   If needed, add a little more water, one tablespoon at a time. Do not over-knead.

*Shape the dough into a ball, cover it with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30   minutes.

*Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

*In a separate bowl, mix together the shredded cheese, parsley, mint, and black pepper to   make the filling.

*On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to a thickness of about 1/8 inch.

*Use a round cookie cutter or a glass to cut out circles from the dough. The size of the   circles will depend on your preference, but typically 3-4 inches in diameter works well.

*Place about a teaspoon of the cheese filling in the center of each dough circle.

*Fold the dough circle in half to form a half-moon shape, then press the edges firmly to   seal. You can use a fork to crimp the edges for a decorative touch.

*Repeat the process with the remaining dough circles and filling.

*Place the sambusak on the prepared baking sheet and brush the tops with beaten egg.

*Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.

*Remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.

*Cheese sambusak can be served warm or at room temperature. They are delicious as an   appetizer or snack.

Enjoy your homemade Cheese Sambusak These cheesy pastries are perfect for entertaining or as a tasty treat any time of the day.