Samosa (flaky Pumpkin Samsa)

Samosa, also known as Samsa, is a popular Uzbek pastry filled with savory ingredients. This recipe puts a unique twist on the traditional samosa by using flaky pumpkin as the main filling.

Samosa (flaky Pumpkin Samsa)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 cups diced pumpkin
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Gradually add water and knead the dough until smooth. Cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.
  2. In a skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic, and sauté until translucent.
  3. Add the diced pumpkin, ground cumin, ground coriander, chili powder, and salt. Cook until the pumpkin is tender. Remove from heat and let it cool.
  4. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  5. Divide the dough into 12 equal portions. Roll each portion into a thin circle.
  6. Place a spoonful of the pumpkin filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over the filling to form a triangle, and press the edges to seal.
  7. Place the samosas on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
  8. Serve the flaky pumpkin samosas hot with your favorite chutney or sauce.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
25 minutes
Total time:
55 minutes
Cooking method
Baking

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
180 per serving
Carbohydrates
20g
Protein
4g
Fat
9g

Supplies

Baking sheet Skillet Rolling pin

Tools

Oven

Serving suggestions

Samosas are best served hot with a side of mint chutney or tamarind sauce.

Tips & tricks

For a flakier pastry, you can brush the samosas with melted butter before baking.

Cost

$10