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Classic Indian Samosas
60 mintime
Mediumdifficulty
4Servings
Rating
Nutrition facts
300 kcalCalories
6 gProtein
30 gCarbs
16 gFat

Per serving · Approximate values estimated by AI

Classic Indian Samosas

Traditional dish · Indian

Crispy, golden-brown triangular pastries filled with a savory mixture of spiced potatoes, peas, and sometimes onions. A beloved Indian snack, perfect for tea time or as an appetizer.

Ingredients

Servings4
  • All-purpose flour (Maida)2 cups
  • Ghee or Oil1/4 cup
  • Carom seeds (Ajwain)1/2 tsp
  • Salt1 tsp
  • Water1/2 cup (approx)
  • Potatoes3 medium
  • Green peas1/2 cup
  • Onion1 small, finely chopped
  • Ginger, grated1 tsp
  • Green chilies, finely chopped1-2
  • Cumin seeds1 tsp
  • Coriander powder1 tsp
  • Garam masala1/2 tsp
  • Turmeric powder1/4 tsp
  • Amchur (dry mango powder)1/2 tsp
  • Oil for deep fryingas needed

Steps

  1. 1

    For the dough: Mix flour, carom seeds, salt, and ghee/oil. Gradually add water to form a stiff dough. Cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    For the filling: Boil and mash potatoes. Heat 1 tbsp oil, add cumin seeds, then chopped onion, ginger, and green chilies. Sauté until onions are translucent.

  3. 3

    Add mashed potatoes, green peas, coriander powder, garam masala, turmeric powder, amchur, and salt. Mix well and cook for 5 minutes. Let the filling cool.

  4. 4

    Divide the dough into equal portions. Roll each portion into a small circle, then cut in half. Take one half-circle, moisten the straight edge with water, and form a cone shape.

  5. 5

    Fill the cone with the potato mixture and seal the edges firmly with water.

  6. 6

    Heat oil for deep frying over medium heat. Carefully fry the samosas until golden brown and crisp on all sides. Drain on paper towels.

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