Samosa (spiced Vegetable Samosas)

Samosa is a popular Indian snack that features a crispy, flaky pastry filled with a spiced vegetable mixture. It's a delicious and savory treat that can be enjoyed as an appetizer or a tea-time snack.

Vegan Vegetarian Snack Indian Indian Cuisine Appetizer
Samosa (spiced Vegetable Samosas)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 potatoes, boiled and diced
  • 1 cup green peas
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt to taste
  • Oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the flour and 1/4 cup of oil. Mix well and knead into a firm dough. Cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a pan. Add the cumin seeds and sauté until they splutter.
  3. Add the chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.
  4. Stir in the diced potatoes and green peas. Cook for 5 minutes.
  5. Add the garam masala, ground coriander, turmeric, chili powder, and salt. Mix well and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let the filling cool.
  6. Divide the dough into small balls and roll each ball into a thin circle. Cut each circle in half to form semi-circles.
  7. Take one semi-circle, brush the straight edge with water, and form a cone shape. Fill the cone with the vegetable mixture and seal the open edge tightly.
  8. Heat oil in a deep pan for frying. Fry the samosas in batches until golden brown and crispy.
  9. Remove and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with chutney or sauce of your choice.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
20g
Protein
3g
Fat
7g

Supplies

Large bowl Pan Rolling pin Knife Deep frying pan

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Samosas are best served hot with mint chutney or tamarind sauce. They pair well with a cup of masala chai.

Tips & tricks

For a healthier alternative, you can also bake the samosas in the oven until crispy and golden brown.

Cost

$10